LGBTQ+ History

The history of homosexuality in pre-colonial, colonial, and post-colonial Latin America.

Learn about Homosexuality in Ancient China, how gender and class affected same-sex relationships and the history of the term "cut-sleeve."

Learn about how homosexuality is intrinsically linked with the diverse gender structure of native tribes.

East Asia has a vibrant history of queerness, particularly regarding life outside of the gender binary.

Learn about the history and laws surrounding homosexuality in Medieval Europe.

Learn about the legendary poet Sappho and why she's known as the "lesbian muse."

Although "homosexuality" is a modern term, same-gender attraction has been documented since ancient times.