Joan Dressen and family papers, 1981-2000.

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Joan Dressen and family papers, 1981-2000.

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Correspondence, news clippings, and other material collected by Joan and Roger Dressen of Hopkins, Minnesota, documenting their involvement in organizations for parents and families of gay and lesbian people.

0.25 cu. ft. (1 box).

Minnesota Historical Society Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7317529

Minnesota Historical Society Library

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Dressen, Roger, 1931-

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Urbanski, Donna, 1935-

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Urbanski, Roger, 1934-

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Parents & Friends of Lesbians and Gays.

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Dressen, Joan, 1934-

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Joan and Roger Dressen lived in Excelsior, then in Hopkins, Minnesota. They raised three children: daughters Jennifer and Lori, and son Roger Jr. After their son revealed his sexual orientation in 1981, the Dressens joined gay rights causes, including the St. Paul/Minneapolis chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays). PFLAG described itself as a support, education, and advocacy organization promoting dialogue and understanding about gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and thei...

Dorn, Bill.

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Dressen, Roger, 1960-

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Parents & Friends of Gays

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