Voelcker (Hunce) Papers, 1967-1997

Collection context

Summary

Title:
Hunce Voelcker papers
Dates:
1967-1997
Creators:
Voelker, Hunce
Abstract:
Extent:
.2 linear feet (1 half manuscript box)
Language:
Preferred citation:

Hunce Voelcker papers. GLBT Historical Society

Background

Scope and content:

This collection contains the published works of gay writer, artist and filmmaker, Hunce Voelcker, who lived and worked in the Bay Area from the mid-1960s to his death. Voelker (1940-1992) was a participant the literary circle that included Robert Duncan, Jack Spicer and Paul Mariah. He was also active in the gay hippie scene and gay liberation movement. Works in the collection are: “Hart Crane Voyages” (Brownstone Press, 1967); “Joy Rock Statue Ship” (Cowstone Press, 1968); “Logan” (Cowstone Press, 1969); “Songs for the Revolution” (Cowstone Press, 1969); “Parade of Gumdrop,” with Rodney Price (Hoddypoll Press, 1971); “Sillycomb” (Panjandrum Press, 1973); “Within the Rose” (Panjandrum Press, 1976). Voeker’s papers also contain ephemera, correspondence, photographs, a videotape of him reading his works and lecturing on Hart Crane (1978-1988), and a video copy of some of his 8mm art films (1976-1977). GSSO linked terms: http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D008091; http://semanticscience.org/resource/SIO_000297

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by GLBT Historical Society staff.
Date Prepared:
1967-1997
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:

Hunce Voelcker papers. GLBT Historical Society

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