Kristen Whitson | Wisconsin Historical Society

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Kristen Whitson

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Kristen Whitson | Wisconsin Historical Society
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Kristen Whitson

Kristen Whitson is the co-author of We Will Always Be Here: A Guide to Exploring and Understanding the History of LGBTQ+ Activism in Wisconsin, which draws on a rich collection of primary sources to highlight the powerful stories of LGBTQ+ activists and allies who worked to make a positive change in the world. She has a master’s degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, and she has worked in digital preservation, community and indigenous archives, and LGBTQ+ archives. Her co-author, Jenny Kalvaitis, typically presents with Kristen.

Topics:

  • LGBTQ+ History and Activism
  • Primary Source Analysis

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