Using Our Collections

Learn how to use our collection guides, view our digital collections, or schedule an appointment to visit us in person.

Searching and Browsing

Browsing All Collections

Queer History Boston maintains both physical collections on site, and digital collections online.

Browse All Collections

Browsing Digital Collections 

If you are only interested in browsing our digital collections, visit the page below.

Browse Digital Collections

Searching

To search our collections, use the search bar in the top right hand corner of our digital collections page.

Search the Collection

Requesting an Appointment

If you would like to view a physical collection in person, we welcome you to request an appointment! Because some materials are located off-site, advanced planning is recommended. We suggest that all visitors request an appointment at least one week in advance, but we will do our best to accommodate all visit requests.

Request an Appointment

Unsure what to request? Take a look at our collection guides. If you would like help with identifying which collections to request, please feel free to email us at info@queerhistoryboston.org.

Use of the archives is free and open to the public!

Plan Your Visit