The importance of including the history and heritage of LGBTQ+ people in interpreted spaces

An inclusive interpretation is critical to the success of any museum or historic site. Presently, despite very tangible connections to the history and culture of the LGBTQ+ community, many public history arenas avoid curating conversations that center gender and sexual minorities in affirmative ways. As a Public History PhD student at North Carolina State University, Matthew Champagne shares their expertise on the importance of including the history and heritage of the LGBTQ+ in interpreted spaces.