In a perfect world all libraries would offer books that represent their communities and archives would save everyone’s history. Unfortunately we don’t live in a perfect world.

That’s where we come in.

Access to more than 1,500 Queer books.

  • Find.

    Search our catalog by keyword, title, or author or view our topic lists.

  • Visit.

    Browse the shelves at our branch collections.

  • Request

    Books in storage can be requested using the Book Request Form.

Stories, photos, videos, documents and all types of mementos about queer life in East Tennessee.

  • Look.

    View photos, videos, and documents related to local queer history.

  • Listen.

    Hear community members tell their stories in oral history interviews.

  • Contribute.

    Tell your story or donate photos, videos, or memorabilia.