Rockwell (Richard) Papers, circa 1851-2010

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Summary

Title:
Richard Rockwell Papers
Dates:
circa 1851-2010
Creators:
Richard Rockwell
Abstract:
Extent:
3 linear feet (1 carton, 1 oversize box)
Language:
Preferred citation:

Richard Rockwell Papers. GLBT Historical Society

Background

Scope and content:

Richard Rockwell was a gay man who lived in San Francisco for over 75 years. He was an early member of several gay motorcycle clubs including the Barbary Coasters and The Warlocks. This collection includes personal papers and photographs, motorcycle club awards and memorabilia, a scrapbook containing paper ephemera and illustrations, a Warlocks motorcycle club denim vest, and a gown worn by Charles Pierce with documentation. It also includes a copy of the Daily Alta California, gifted by Senator George Moscone, dated 1851.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by GLBT Historical Society staff.
Date Prepared:
circa 1851-2010
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.

Preferred citation:

Richard Rockwell Papers. GLBT Historical Society

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