Introduction to Archival Work at Schwules Museum

Description

As part of Nestervals Eldorado in cooperation with Schwules Museum Workshop Schwules Museum, Lützowstraße 73, 10785 Berlin German Nesterval’s Eldorado makes queer history something you can step into and experience. Archives, too, are an important place where this history becomes tangible. This workshop introduces research and archival work with the collection of the Schwules Museum. We begin with a short introduction on the questions of what functions an archive has, what makes our archive special, and how it is organised. We also offer a small insight into the history of the collection, including an overview of the finding aids and the thematic collection. Then it gets practical: in small groups, participants can try archiving for themselves. They receive a “mixed box” and sort articles, flyers, and other materials. After a short break, we switch perspectives and present research strategies and possible finding aids. In small groups, participants can use the finding aids to research a small research question of their own. Finally, we go into the archive together and retrieve some of the materials. Together, we then share our experiences of archiving and researching. A production by Sophiensæle. Media partners: Missy Magazine, Siegessäule, taz.

Highlights

• Workshop on archival work at Schwules Museum
• Hands-on experience with archival materials
• Insight into queer history and research strategies

General Information

This workshop, part of Nestervals Eldorado, offers participants an introduction to archival work using the collection of Schwules Museum in Berlin. Attendees will engage in practical activities, including sorting materials and conducting research, while exploring the significance of archives in preserving queer history.

Location

Lützowstraße 73, 10785 Berlin, Germany

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