Shelbi (Nick) papers, circa 1970-2020

Collection context

Summary

Title:
Nick Shelbi papers
Dates:
circa 1970-2020
Creators:
Nick Shelbi
Abstract:
Extent:
3.5 linear feet (2 cartons, 1 oversize box)
Language:
Preferred citation:

Nick Shelbi papers. GLBT Historical Society

Background

Scope and content:

Nick Shelbi was a gay man and founding member of ACT UP Golden Gate. He was active in the leather scene in San Francisco and won the Mr. Drummer contest in 2000. This collection includes his personal papers, photographs, posters, home movies, and other ephemera. It also includes materials related to his activist work.

Acquisition information:
Gift of Terry Beswick, 2021.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by GLBT Historical Society staff.
Date Prepared:
circa 1970-2020
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:54 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

Copyright to material has been transferred to the GLBT Historical Society. All requests for reproductions and/or permission to publish or quote from material must be submitted in writing to the GLBT Historical Society Archivist.

Preferred citation:

Nick Shelbi papers. GLBT Historical Society

Location of this collection:
989 Market Street, Lower Level
San Francisco, CA 94103, US
Contact:
(415) 777-5455