Trina Porte papers, 1968-2011.

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Trina Porte papers, 1968-2011.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/313861775

Diaries, correspondence, high school and college papers, poetry, and activism files documenting the childhood, young adulthood, education, family dynamics, romantic relationships, sexual orientation, and protest activities of a Minneapolis lesbian and radical feminist. The collection also describes Porte's volunteer and professional work as a stagehand in Twin Cities and New York theaters as well as her interest in poetic expression.

5.0 cubic feet (5 boxes and 1 oversize folder)

Minnesota Historical Society, Division of Archives and Manuscripts

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SNAC Resource ID: 7316335

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