Finding Aid to the Kingmasters Records, 1972-1983 Coll2014.072
Loni Shibuyama
Processing this collection has been funded by a generous grant from the National Historical Publications and Records Commission.
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Language of Material:
English
Contributing Institution:
ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives, USC Libraries, University of Southern California
Title: Kingmasters records
creator:
Kingmasters
creator:
Leonard, Lee
Identifier/Call Number: Coll2014.072
Physical Description:
0.4 Linear Feet
1 carton.
Date (inclusive): 1972-1983
Abstract: Constitution, bylaws, meeting minutes, correspondence, flyers, event programs, questionnaires, membership lists, and a photograph,
1972-1983, from Kingmasters in Los Angeles. Kingmasters was a gay men's social group formed to promote fraternity between
organizations and the community in general with an emphasis on charitable work.
Administrative History
Founded on July 29, 1971, Kingmasters was a gay men's social group in Los Angeles formed to promote fraternity between organizations
and the community in general with an emphasis on charitable work. Membership was restricted to gay men and included an elected
board of Kingmasters officers. The organization met on a weekly basis and regularly organized events and social gatherings
with leather, motorcycle, and western themes. Kingmasters also encouraged members to organize fundraising events for other
organizations such as the Gay Community Services Center, HELP Inc., and the Metropolitan Community Church.
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open to researchers. There are no access restrictions.
Conditions Governing Use
All requests for permission to publish or quote from manuscripts must be submitted in writing to the ONE Archivist. Permission
for publication is given on behalf of ONE National Gay and Lesbian Archives at USC Libraries as the owner of the physical
items and is not intended to include or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
This collection was separated from the ONE Subject Files Collection, Coll2012-001. Donor and date of acquisition unknown.
Preferred Citation
[Box/folder #, or item name] Kingmasters Records, Coll2014-072, ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives, USC Libraries, University
of Southern California.
Processing Information
Collection processed by Loni Shibuyama, September 2014.
Scope and Contents
The collection comprises the constitution, bylaws, meeting minutes, correspondence, flyers, event programs, questionnaires,
membership lists, and a photograph, 1972-1983, from Kingmasters in Los Angeles. Included are correspondence from former Kingmaster
president, Lee Leonard, and event flyers from Kingmaster-sponsored events, including its annual installation of officers,
anniversary shows, Thanksgiving "Turkey Shoot," banquets, beer busts, beauty contests, and other charity events.
Arrangement
This collection is arranged alphabetically.
Subjects and Indexing Terms
Gay clubs -- California -- Los Angeles
Gay men -- Societies and clubs
Social groups -- Los Angeles
Kingmasters
Leonard, Lee
Box 1, Folder 1
Constitution and bylaws
1973-1975
Box 1, Folder 2
Correspondence, general
undated
Box 1, Folder 3
Correspondence, Lee Leonard, president
1973-1974
Box 1, Folder 4
Event flyers and programs
1972-1982
Box 1, Folder 5
Meeting minutes and administrative records
1974-1983
Box 1, Folder 6
Membership lists
1972-1976
Box 1, Folder 7
Photograph and clipping
1973, undated
Physical Description: 1 color photograph.
Scope and Contents
Image of two men underneath the sign "We met at the Kingmasters Booth, Rides of Spring."
