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Rodney Sumpter oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02567

Abstract

Oral history interview with Rodney Sumpter conducted by Dennis McBride on January 20, 2004 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. In this interview, Sumpter discusses Fred Schoonmaker, a Reno, Nevada gay activist, and his efforts to create Stonewall Park, a town for LGBTQ members in Nevada that was never realized. Sumpter describes his professional relationship with Schoonmaker as his attorney. He also recalls the early stages for Stonewall Park, including finding a location and struggling to find financial and local support for the town. Lastly, Sumpter talks about Schoonmaker's HIV health issues and his personal thoughts on the LGBTQ community.

Archival Collection

Rick May oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01232

Abstract

Oral history interview with Rick May conducted by Dennis McBride on December 29, 2001 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. May begins by discussing his upbringing in Texas, what it was like growing up knowing he was gay while living in a conservative area, and the moment he accepted his sexuality. May describes some of his early sexual experiences with other men and moving to Las Vegas, Nevada, so that he could contribute to the gay community. May details attending and organizing gay pride events in Las Vegas, participating in the gay community, and starting his own gay-friendly business, named "R & R Sorted Sundries." May also discusses his work as a nurse.

Archival Collection

James Healey and David Parks at the same-sex marriage rally, Gay and Lesbian Community Center, Las Vegas, Nevada: digital image

Date

2013-06-26

Description

From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This rally was called at the Center to celebrate the Supreme Court of the United States' overturning of the federal Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA] on June 26, 2013. … For a detailed description of this rally, see Dennis McBride journal entry for July 2, 2013. Individuals identified by the donor, Dennis McBride: James Healey [Nevada State Assemblyman, District 35, Democrat (gay)]; David Parks [Nevada State Senator, District 7, Democrat (gay)]

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James Healey and David Parks at the same-sex marriage rally, Gay and Lesbian Community Center, Las Vegas, Nevada: digital image

Date

2013-06-26

Description

From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This rally was called at the Center to celebrate the Supreme Court of the United States' overturning of the federal Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA] on June 26, 2013. … For a detailed description of this rally, see Dennis McBride journal entry for July 2, 2013. Individuals identified by the donor, Dennis McBride: James Healey [Nevada State Assemblyman, District 35, Democrat (gay)]; David Parks [Nevada State Senator, District 7, Democrat (gay)]

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James Healey and David Parks at the same-sex marriage rally, Gay and Lesbian Community Center, Las Vegas, Nevada: digital image

Date

2013-06-26

Description

From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This rally was called at the Center to celebrate the Supreme Court of the United States' overturning of the federal Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA] on June 26, 2013. … For a detailed description of this rally, see Dennis McBride journal entry for July 2, 2013. Individuals identified by the donor, Dennis McBride: James Healey [Nevada State Assemblyman, District 35, Democrat (gay)]; David Parks [Nevada State Senator, District 7, Democrat (gay)]

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James Healey and David Parks at the same-sex marriage rally, Gay and Lesbian Community Center, Las Vegas, Nevada: digital image

Date

2013-06-26

Description

From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This rally was called at the Center to celebrate the Supreme Court of the United States' overturning of the federal Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA] on June 26, 2013. … For a detailed description of this rally, see Dennis McBride journal entry for July 2, 2013. Individuals identified by the donor, Dennis McBride: James Healey [Nevada State Assemblyman, District 35, Democrat (gay)]; David Parks [Nevada State Senator, District 7, Democrat (gay)]

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James Healey and David Parks at the same-sex marriage rally, Gay and Lesbian Community Center, Las Vegas, Nevada: digital image

Date

2013-06-26

Description

From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This rally was called at the Center to celebrate the Supreme Court of the United States' overturning of the federal Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA] on June 26, 2013. … For a detailed description of this rally, see Dennis McBride journal entry for July 2, 2013. Individuals identified by the donor, Dennis McBride: James Healey [Nevada State Assemblyman, District 35, Democrat (gay)]; David Parks [Nevada State Senator, District 7, Democrat (gay)]

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Chris Saldana and Michele Fiore at the same-sex marriage rally, Gay and Lesbian Community Center, Las Vegas, Nevada: digital image

Date

2013-06-26

Description

From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This rally was called at the Center to celebrate the Supreme Court of the United States' overturning of the federal Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA] on June 26, 2013. … For a detailed description of this rally, see Dennis McBride journal entry for July 2, 2013. Individuals identified by the donor, Dennis McBride: back turned: Chris Saldaña [Latino newsman (gay)]; Michele Fiore [Nevada State Assemblywoman, District 4, Republican]

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Chris Saldana and Raymond Wilmer at the same-sex marriage rally, Gay and Lesbian Community Center, Las Vegas, Nevada: digital image

Date

2013-06-26

Description

From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This rally was called at the Center to celebrate the Supreme Court of the United States' overturning of the federal Defense of Marriage Act [DOMA] on June 26, 2013. … For a detailed description of this rally, see Dennis McBride journal entry for July 2, 2013. Individuals identified by the donor, Dennis McBride: Chris Saldaña [Latino newsman (gay)] on podium in the background; Raymond Wilmer [Center Board of Directors President] at the microphone

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Bound for Pleasure Store in Las Vegas, Nevada: photographic prints

Date

1995

Description

From the Las Vegas Bugle Photograph Collection on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender History (PH-00336). Bound for Pleasure (leather and S & M clothing and devices), 3430 E. Tropicana, Las Begas. Iimages including owner Peter Tadora.

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