Description
Book Synopsis Significant historic and archaeological sites affiliated with two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer history in the United States are examined in this unique volume. The importance of the preservation process in documenting and interpreting the lives and experiences of queer Americans is emphasized. The book features chapters on archaeology and interpretation, as well as several case studies focusing on queer preservation projects. The accessible text and associated activities create an interactive and collaborative process that encourages readers to apply the material in a hands-on setting.
Trade Review “In addition to the accessibility of language and theory, the contributions are by authors from diverse educational and career backgrounds, and who provide unique insights that are not often presented or engaged with in academic publications. Edited volumes such as these should be commended and celebrated; we need more interdisciplinary, published works that engage with archaeologists, historians and historic preservationists working outside academia.” • Antiquity
“…a critical volume for educators, students, practitioners, and activists interested in preserving LGBTQ history at the local, state, and national levels. It is well worth securing this volume in addition to accessing the online NPS study; the editors have expertly assembled an engaging mix of essays here by leading practitioners in the field. Preservation and Place now sets the standard for the emerging field of LGBTQ historic preservation and it further represents an important foundation for the queer history practices to come in the new decade.” • History News
“Preservation and Place is a strong and much needed volume that brings together the scholarly, preservationist, architectural, and activist voices.” • Jack Gieseking, University of Kentucky
Table of Contents List of Illustrations
Preface
Katherine Crawford-Lackey
Acknowledgments
Chapter 1. Invisibility and Representation: An Introduction to LGBTQ Historic Preservation
Gail Dubrow
Chapter 2. The History of Queer History: One Hundred Years of the Search for Shared Heritage
Gerard Koskovich
Chapter 3. Taking Action: An Overview of LGBTQ Preservation Initiatives
Gail Dubrow
Chapter 4. Beyond Identity: An LGBTQ Archaeological Context
Megan E. Springate
Chapter 5.Interpreting LGBTQ Historic Sites
Susan Ferentinos
Chapter 6. Teaching LGBTQ History and Heritage
Leila J. Rupp
Chapter 7. San Francisco: Placing LGBTQ Histories in the City by the Bay
Donna J. Graves and Shayne E. Watson
Chapter 8. Preservation of LGBTQ Historic and Cultural Sites: A New York City Perspective
Jay Shockley
Chapter 9. Tradition, Community, and Grungy Secret-ness: What Preservationists Can Learn from the Story of Phase One
Ty Ginter
Engaging LGBTQ Pasts and Preservation: Historic Preservation Activities
Katherine Crawford-Lackey
Spotlight Local Historic Properties
Explore a Place
Identify LGBTQ Material Culture
Create a Toolkit for Interpreting LGBTQ History
Create a Mental Map
Preserve Oral Narratives
Explore Archaeological Context
Begin the Nomination Process (National Register of Historic Places)
Index
