Gay & Lesbian Freedom Pride Week Commemorative Medallion, 1983
THF8632 / Gay & Lesbian Freedom Pride Week Commemorative Medallion, 1983
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Artifact Overview
The 1983 Gay and Lesbian Pride Week occurred between June 20-26. Planners dedicated programming to AIDS awareness, voter education, and civil rights issues. Many cities organized "Gay Pride" parades. In Cincinnati, the 1983 parade marked the 10th anniversary of public events coordinated by the Greater Cincinnati Gay Coalition. In Columbus, it marked the 3rd year of activism planned by Stonewall Union.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Medallion (Medal)
Date Made
1983
Subject Date
1983
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2005.44.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Color
Bronze (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: 1.5 in
Inscriptions
on front of medallion:
GAY & LESBIAN FREEDOM PRIDE WEEK / -1983-
on back of medallion:
CINCINNATI OHIO / THE QUEEN CITY
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