Michael Shannon Photographs

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GLBT Historical Society

989 Market Street, Lower Level

San Francisco, California 94103

(415) 777-5455

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2023

Descriptive Summary

Title: Michael Shannon Photographs

Dates: circa 1990-2000

Collection Number: 2022-113

Creator/Collector: Michael Shannon

Extent: 7 linear feet (7 cartons)

Repository: GLBT Historical Society

San Francisco, California 94103

Abstract: Michael Shannon was a photographer who photographed well known artists and performers, local events such as Bay to Breakers and Beach Blanket Babylon, and male nude subjects. This collection includes his extensive collection of photographs, negatives, and slides.

Language of Material: English

Access

Collection is open for research.

Preferred Citation

[Identification of item]. Michael Shannon Photographs. Collection Number: 2022-113. GLBT Historical Society

Acquisition Information

Gift of Philip Zimmerman, 2022.

Scope and Content of Collection

Michael Shannon was a photographer who photographed well known artists and performers, local events such as Bay to Breakers and Beach Blanket Babylon, and male nude subjects. This collection includes his extensive collection of photographs, negatives, and slides.

Indexing Terms

LGBTQ

Gay men

Photography

San Francisco Bay Area (Calif.)