Upcoming events
Henry Faulkner Mural Paint Party
Join us on Monday, October 5 from 5pm-7pm for a night of live painting, good food, cold beer, and fun hangs!
Come and watch Wylie Caudill working on the mural live! This is a great chance to see artists work in person and meet some of the organizers.
We will be joined by the Olmeda's Food Truck as well as the Country Boy Brewing beer trailer. So come hungry and thirsty! This event is weather dependent and we will update you with any changes!
The Faulkner Morgan Archive is excited to announce the creation of a new LGBTQ mural in downtown Lexington, thanks to a partnership with PRHBTN! This new mural will be the first piece of public artwork or landmark in the U.S. dedicated to the life and legacy of Henry Faulkner. The design for the mural was created by Kentucky artists Brian and Sara Turner of Cricket Press. They incorporated a photo of Henry from FMA’s collections, and aspects of his iconic paintings to create this design. Local muralist Wylie Caudill will paint Cricket Press’ design on the wall, with his own added flair.
The mural will be painted between October 9-18
The wall set aside for the mural is right around the corner from the mural of Sweet Evening Breeze, “The Mother of Us All,” by Gaia. That mural was the first piece of public art in Lexington dedicated to an LGBTQ Individual. This mural of Henry Faulkner will be the second. Placing these two murals in close proximity to each other is deeply meaningful as Sweets housed Henry when he was a young, gay man. Together, these murals will speak to their relationship and the incredible impact and legacy that the pair had on Lexington’s LGBTQ community.
This mural was made possible due to generous support from LexArts and the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government.
Guided LGBTQ Walking Tour W/ FMA & Frontrunners
Sunday, October 11 from 5:30pm-6:30pm
The Bar Complex | 224 E Main St, Lexington, KY
Join FMA and Frontrunners for a free guided walking tour of important sites in downtown Lexington's LGBTQ history!!
Local Legends: A Drag Show Fundraiser
Friday, October 9 at 10:30pm
Crossings Lexington | 117 N Limestone, Lexington, KY
Join us as we honor some of Kentucky’s drag legends, celebrate LGBTQ history month, and raise money for the Faulkner Morgan Archive! Hosted by Uma Jewels & Petty Poussey, this show will include some iconic Kentucky queens.
Coffee Date With LGBTQ History
Friday, October 9 from 5-7pm
Lussi Brown Coffee Bar | 114 Church St, Lexington, KY
Join FMA at Lussi Brown Coffee Bar for the official pre-party of "Local Legends: A Drag Show Fundraiser"! Come on by, grab coffee or a cocktail, and chat with us to learn more about our organization and some of the wonderful LGBTQ stories that we hold.
Kentucky LGBTQ Historic Sites Project
Sunday, June 28 from 4pm-6pm
West Sixth Brewing | 501 W 6th St #100, Lexington, KY
Join us and help the Faulkner Morgan Archive identify LGBTQ Kentucky sites to nominate to the National Register of Historic Places!
From The Archive: An LGBTQ History of Kentucky
Thursday, June 11 from 3pm-4pm
Kenton Library Archives | 502 Scott Blvd, Covington, KY
Join Josh Porter of the Faulkner Morgan Archive as he presents an LGBTQ history of Kentucky, including artifacts, photos, and stories from the FMA collection.
LGBTQ History Presentation at KMHA Conference
Monday, June 8 from 1:30pm-2:30pm CST
River Discovery Center | 117 S Water St, Paducah, KY
Join Natalie Warren and Josh Porter as they showcase the various methods used by the Faulkner Morgan Archive to share Kentucky’s LGBTQ history across the Commonwealth.
FMA @ Lexington Pride Festival
Saturday, May 30 from 12pm-10pm
Lexington Pride Festival | Oliver Lewis Way, Lexington, KY
Make sure to stop by the Faulkner Morgan Archive booth at the Lexington Pride Festival! Come and learn about Kentucky’s rich and exciting LGBTQ history!
Official Lexington Pride Festival Kick-Off Event
Friday, May 29 from 6pm-9pm
Lexington Art League | 209 Castlewood Dr, Lexington, KY
Join us at the Official Lexington Pride Festival Kick-Off Event featuring DJ Ezra Day, Collage Workshop with Gray Broderson, and Food/Beer Trucks from West Sixth Brewing!
Last Wednesgays
Wednesday, May 27 from 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Annex at Mirror Twin Brewing | 730 National Ave, Lexington, KY
Last WednesGays is calling, and you will want to answer. Come sip, socialize, and serve looks while building community with Lexington’s fabulous LGBTQ+ crew. Whether you're here to network or just vibe with your people, this is your space. 🏳️🌈
Void Sake Night Market
Friday, May 22 from 5pm-10pm
Void Sake | 819 National Ave Suite 120, Lexington, KY
Make sure to stop by the Faulkner Morgan Archive booth at the Void Sake Night Market! Come and learn about Kentucky’s rich and exciting LGBTQ history!
Violet Delights: A Lesbian Visibility Day Celebration
Sunday, April 26 from 4pm-8:30pm
Lussi Brown Coffee Bar & Crossings | 114 Church St & 117 N Limestone, Lexington, KY
Celebrate the history, the beauty, and the joy of lesbianism! April 26th starting at 4:00 PM, Lussi Brown Coffee Bar will be hosting a social hour featuring FMA, where you can sip on specialty coffee drinks & cocktails while diving into the rich history of Lexington’s LGBTQ+ icons with opportunities to learn more about the work the archive does!
From The Archive: An LGBTQ History of Kentucky
Thursday, April 23 from 2pm - 3pm
Lexington Senior Center | 195 Life Ln, Lexington, KY
Join Josh Porter of the Faulkner Morgan Archive as he presents an LGBTQ history of Kentucky, including artifacts, photos, and stories from the FMA collection.
Wikipedia Edit-A-Thon
Saturday, February 28 from 1pm - 4pm
Transylvania University Library | 300 N Broadway, Lexington, KY
For the third year in a row, Transylvania University is partnering with FMA for the Liberal Arts + Feminism Wikipedia Edit-a-thon!
Join us on Saturday, February 28 from 1pm-4pm at the Transylvania University Library to help us create and update pages for LGBTQ Kentuckians, combatting their marginalization and erasure from the history of our region.
Here, Black, Femme, & Queer - Closing Reception
Thursday, February 19 from 6-8pm
Artfarm | 1123 Winchester Road, Lexington, KY
Join us for a closing reception for Here, Black, Femme, & Queer, along with another exhibit Hammering Towards Becoming: Metalworking Trans-Masculinities, on Thursday, February 19 at 6pm at Artfarm. Hope to see you there!
AVOL Kentucky History: An Open House
Tuesday, December 2 from 4-7pm
AVOL | 1824 Hill Rise Drive, Lexington, KY
Join past and present supporters, clients, volunteers and staff, and community partners for an inspiring journey through time as we honor the historic moments that shaped Kentucky’s fight against HIV.
Curatorial Collaborations in the Queer Archive
Wednesday, November 12 from 5:15-6:15pm
2nd Story | 522 West Short Street, Lexington, KY
Miriam Kienle and Josh Porter will discuss their collaborative projects rooted in the Faulkner Morgan Archive, which collects and preserves materials connected to Kentucky’s LGBTQ+ history.
"Queer, Here & Everywhere" Closing Reception and Talk
October 24, 2025 at 5:30pm
Lexington Public Library Eastside | 3000 Blake James Dr, Lexington, KY
Please join us from 5:30-7 for a reception celebrating the Faulkner Morgan Archive's traveling exhibit Queer, Here, & Everywhere: The Roots of Kentucky's LGBTQ History at the Lexington Public Library, Eastside Branch.
"Native Daughter: CD Collins, A Reckoning" Premiere
Thursday, October 16 at 7:30pm
The Kentucky Theatre | 214 E Main St, Lexington, KY
Director Jean Donohue’s film is a biographical portrait of C.D. Collins, told through words and music, an investigation into how stories are created and told.
Hidden Histories: Queer Lives in the American South
October 6-30, 2025
GLBT Historical Society History Museum | Virtual Event
Join the GLBT Historical Society in partnership with the Faulker-Morgan Archive and Media Working Group for a groundbreaking virtual film trilogy exploring the rich, overlooked history of LGBTQ+ communities in the American South spanning 150 years.
The Lesbian Renaissance - Drag Show Fundraiser
Saturday, October 4 at 10:30pm
Crossings Lexington | 117 N Limestone, Lexington, KY
Head on over to Crossings Lexington for a drag show celebrating lesbian icons, with proceeds benefitting FMA! Bring your dollars and help us share Kentucky’s LGBTQ history!
Coffee Date With LGBTQ History
Saturday, October 4 from 7-9pm
Lussi Brown Coffee Bar | 114 Church St, Lexington, KY
Join FMA for a special weekend edition of Lex Lez Night at Lussi Brown Coffee Bar! Come on by, grab coffee or a cocktail, and chat with us to learn more about our organization and some of the wonderful LGBTQ stories that we hold. All are welcome!
"Queer, Here, & Everywhere" @ Lexington Eastside Library
October 1-31, 2025
Lexington Public Library Eastside | 3000 Blake James Dr, Lexington, KY
Celebrate 250 years of Kentucky’s LGBTQ History! This free exhibit was made made possible by a generous 250Lex Cultural Grant!
Volunteer Event
Tuesday, September 30 at 5pm
Third Street Stuff & Coffee | 257 N Limestone, Lexington, KY
We are in need of some volunteers to help us stuff around 600 envelopes for mailers celebrating LGBTQ History Month! If you are interested in helping out, we will meet at Third Street Stuff obn Tuesday, Sept. 30, at 5pm!
Gallery Hop
Friday, September 19 from 5-8pm
2nd Story | 522 West Short Street, Lexington, KY
Looking for some Friday night plans? Come to 2nd Story for Gallery Hop and see "Birds of a Feather," TONIGHT from 5pm-8pm! From wearable mermaid tails and drag queen easter eggs to a carnival cutout of Bob Morgan, this exhibition invites everyone to take part in an extravagant performance of queerness.
Kentucky Black Pride Festival
Saturday, September 13 from 12pm-7pm
Woodland Park | 601 E High St, Lexington, KY
Make sure to come and visit FMA’s booth at the Kentucky Black Pride Festival on Saturday, September 13! Learn all about our collections as well as our exciting schedule of upcoming events celebrating LGBTQ History Month! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
"Birds of a Feather" Opening Reception
September 6 from 6pm-8pm
2nd Story | 522 West Short Street, Lexington, KY
Join us at 2nd Story for the opening reception of Birds of a Feather by Feather Chiaverini. This exhibition was inspired by materials from our collections and celebrates Lexington’s LGBTQ+ past.
"Birds of a Feather" Exhibit
September 6 to December 5, 2025
2nd Story | 522 West Short Street, Lexington, KY
Birds of a Feather features a new body of work by Feather Chiaverini made in response to Lexington’s LGBTQ+ past. In a celebration of queer joy, history, and community, he has recreated costumes and objects inspired by photographs found in our collections.
LEXTalks: Queer Here and Everywhere Gallery Talk
August 27, 2025 at 6:30pm
Lexington History Museum | 210 N Broadway, Lexington, KY
Please join us for LEXTalks: Queer Here & Everywhere Gallery Talk where Josh Porter, FMA's Assistant Executive Director, will discuss the roots of Kentucky's LGBTQ History.
"Queer, Here, & Everywhere" @ Lexington History Museum
August 6 to September 13, 2025
Lexington History Museum | 210 N Broadway, Lexington, KY
Celebrate 250 years of Kentucky’s LGBTQ History! This free exhibit was made made possible by a generous 250Lex Cultural Grant!
