Ribinski (John R.) Photographs, 1980-1990

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Summary

Title:
John R. Ribinski photographs
Dates:
1980-1990
Creators:
Abstract:
Extent:
.4 linear feet
Language:
Preferred citation:

John R. Ribinski photographs. GLBT Historical Society

Background

Scope and content:

Collection contains photographs and negatives of parades, coronations and drag events, parties and other activities of Ribinski's circle of friends. Events include Gay Pride parades, the Castro Street Fair, the Folsom Street Fair, Minsky’s Show at the California Hall, the Lesbian and Gay March before the 1984 Democratic Convention and coronation and investiture events. There are numerous self portraits and group photos including John R. Ribinski’s drag persona, Linda Bonita. Named people in the photographs include: List of names mentioned on photo backs: Miss X, Valerie Richards Chucky, Don Black, Linda Gladis Bumps, Jack Fertie and Mike Andrewez, Mike Sards, Bruce Mack, Miss Micky La Chucka. GSSO linked terms: http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_008194; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_001021; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_001443; http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/GSSO_008511

Acquisition information:
Gift of Donald C. Biggs on November 29, 1990.

About this collection guide

Collection Guide Author:
Finding aid created by GLBT Historical Society staff.
Date Prepared:
1980-1990
Date Encoded:
This finding aid was produced using Record Express for OAC5 on July 14, 2025, 2:55 p.m.

Access and use

Restrictions:

Collection is open for research.

Preferred citation:

John R. Ribinski photographs. 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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