We launched Queer University with the ONE Institute's Queer Histories Festival, CIRCA, in 2023
About Circa
The first and only Queer Histories Festival in the U.S
Celebrating seven decades of service to the LGBTQ+ community, One Institute presents Circa, the first and only LGBTQ+ histories festival in the United States.
Kicking off LGBTQ+ History Month, October 2023, the month-long, LA County-wide programming series showcases the trailblazing histories and vibrant cultural contributions of LGBTQ+ communities through the lens of present-day challenges and triumphs. Through exhibitions, performance, readings, screenings, lectures, dialogues, and parties, Circa features queer and trans artists, activists, and educators leading the movement for LGBTQ+ liberation.
Circa: Queer Histories Festival is presented by One Institute. Circa is made possible with support from our sponsors the City of West Hollywood, Los Angeles County Third District Supervisor Lindsey Horvath, and California Humanities, a non-profit partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit www.calhum.org.
The Los Angeles LGBT Center is a Co-Presenter of all Circa programs taking place at The Village of Ed Gould Plaza including the Advocate and Gochis Galleries, the Renberg Theatre, and the Davidson/Valentini Theatre.