Launched by OkEq in 2002, The Tulsa Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBTQ+) History Project uncovers, preserves and presents the rich contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people within the state of Oklahoma, with a particular emphasis on Tulsa and the Northeast Oklahoma area.

The History Project seeks to understand the contributions, sacrifices, and dedication of our LGBTQ+ community and its many supporters through gathering and indexing documents, sponsoring lecturers/speakers, writing news stories, conducting oral and video interviews, and creating a permanent and accessible archives at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.

If you have questions or comments about the collection or material that you might want to donate or lend for copying and scanning, please contact us at historyproject@okeq.org or 918.743.4297.  You may also contact us to arrange an appointment to visit the archives housed at the Equality Center in Tulsa.

[2023 Update]
If you would like to know about the current revitalization effort for the OkEq History Project and Archive, please check out our About Page for more information!

Recently Added Items

[2024] Jack Wagoner Obituary

Jack Wagoner III.pdf

Six pages of an obituary for Jack Wagoner III, who lived August 13, 1961 to April 23, 2024, published by Ruebel Funeral Home, including comments left…

[2012] Charles Faudree Interview

OKEQ Sage Vintage Series - Charles Faudree 12-4-2012.mp4

One video recording of Toby Jenkins' interview of Charles Faudree as part of the Vintage series on December 4, 2012. Physical tapes not yet located.

[2023] Nancy McDonald Obituary

Obituary _ Nancy McDonald of Tulsa, Oklahoma _ Stanleys Funeral & Cremation Service.pdf

Four pages of an obituary for Nancy McDonald, who lived June 4, 1936 to October 24, 2023, published by Stanleys Funeral and Cremation Service. A…