Jack Rinella Collection

Content Description

Jack Rinella was a freelance writer and part-time college professor. His papers contain photocopies of Volume I and Volume II of Mattachine Midwest’s notes (1965-1966), membership letters, and an introductory address by President Robert Sloane in July 1965, which were originally donated to Rinella by William B. Kelley. The collection also includes oral histories conducted by Rinella and Gregory Sprague as part of his research on the history of gay liberation in Chicago. For his interviews Rinalla spoke with gay and lesbian individuals, including some prominent figures, who were familiar with, or actually involved, in the making of Chicago’s gay and lesbian historical past.

Acquisition Type

Gift

Restrictions Apply

No