Gay and Lesbian Miscellaneous Manuscript Collection 1972-2002

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Gay and Lesbian Miscellaneous Manuscript Collection 1972-2002

http://nwda.orbiscascade.org/ark:/80444/xv14038

The Gay and Lesbian Miscellaneous Manuscripts Collection documents some of the history of the gay and lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community of Bellingham and Whatcom County, Washington.

2.5 linear feet

eng,

Western Washington University Heritage Resources

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SNAC Resource ID: 6366401

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Western Washington University. Center for Pacific Northwest Studies

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