Description
The collection contains material on AIDS prevention education (1980s-1993), San Francisco politics (1970s-1980s), and Harvey
Milk.
Background
Chuck Frutchey (August 12, 1953-April 21, 2000) was born in Farmington, Michigan, and lived in San Francisco. He was best
known for his work as an AIDS prevention educator with the STOP AIDS Project, the Coalition for Healthy Sex, and the San Francisco
AIDS Foundation. His sex-positive approach made safe-sex education fun and informative. Steve Speier, Chuck's partner, is
a high school teacher who also volunteered with AIDS education work. Scott Smith (October 21, 1948-February 4, 1995) was one
of Chuck's close friends; they lived and worked together. Smith was also one of the executors of the Harvey Milk estate. He
inherited the Milk Papers and was the caretaker for the collection until his death.
Extent
3 cartons + 27 mounted posters (in 3 oversized boxes)
Restrictions
All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the City Archivist. Permission
for publication is given on behalf of the San Francisco Public Library as the owner of the physical items.
Availability
The collection is available for use during San Francisco History Center hours, with photographs available during Photo Desk
hours. Collections that are stored offsite should be requested 48 hours in advance.