Outstories Bristol
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Who we are
OutStories Bristol is a volunteer community history group gathering the stories of LGBT people living in or associated with Bristol and its surrounds.
Our aims
- Record the life stories of LGBT people, in writing or using audio and video.
- Collect and preserve documents, artifacts, memorabilia.
- Archive the material in appropriate public institutions so it is accessible to everyone.
- Put on exhibitions, talks and guided tours.
- Support theatre and performance work; story-telling.
- Provide a resource for researchers, journalists, archivists and you.
What we do
Our oral history team conduct audio interviews to gather the stories of local people. Some members spend time combing local archives, newspaper libraries or the internet for relevant information. Others develop our digital archive and maintain thiswebsite and our Facebook page. And we organise public events and talks. You can help, whatever your interests and skills. We welcome newcomers.
