Twins, Phantoms, and More Recommended Events

Seeing double on the weekdays

"...gems to present in a new context. Hence the HRC’s latest exhibit, “Words and Wonder: Rediscovering Children’s Literature,” which..."

Feb. 21, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Mardi Gras Pre-Party, Improvised Intimacy, and More Recommended Events

Allow us to help sort your weekend out

"...PEN,” the screening will be introduced by Jenny Romero, HRC’s Robert De Niro Curator of Film. Register for free..."

Feb. 7, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

SNL Creator Lorne Michaels Donates Archive to the Harry Ransom Center

“Live from New York” lands at Austin research center

"...An internationally renowned humanities research library and museum, the HRC’s eclectic holdings include Robert De Niro’s archive, Frida Kahlo's..."

Jan. 15, 2025 Screens Post by Angelina Liu

Art on Waller Creek, Drag on Congress, and More Recommended Events

Step outside and appreciate some art

"...time to chew over all this change. Enter the HRC’s Flair Symposium, an interdisciplinary meeting of the minds that..."

Nov. 8, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week

Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon

"...to destroy to preserve. Thus it is with the HRC and its efforts to restore the Clarkson Stanfield album,..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Five Free Art Exhibits for Your Aesthetic Delectation

Free Week may have wrapped, but there’s still plenty of gratis entertainment in this town

"...McGee, and others.Through Feb. 25Harry Ransom Center, 300 W. 21sthrc.utexas.edu Landmarks’ Self-Guided Walking Tour..."

Jan. 12, 2024 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Point Austin: Hate Crimes Require Sparks Before They Ignite

Who’s holding the guns?

"...Consider just the recent session of the Texas Legislature,..."

Sept. 8, 2023 News Post by Michael King

Qmmunity: Transing Pride

ATX Trans Pride puts the spotlight on the transgender community during Austin Pride

"...tons of local orgs like aGLIFF, Austin Public Health, HRC Austin, etc. will have booths filled with fun merch,..."

Aug. 11, 2023 Column by James Scott

Qmmunity: A Book of One’s Own

Queer book releases from this June, perfect for building a tiny Borrower house

"...from local activists and community organizers. This month includes HRC's Pamela Williamson-Wyllie and recent Best of Austin winner Adri..."

June 30, 2023 Column by James Scott

Harry Ransom Center Celebrates Movie Storyboards With Poster Giveaway

Grab some art this weekend at the "Drawing the Motion Picture" exhibit

"...This weekend (while supplies last), the HRC will be giving away free prints from this exhibition..."

April 8, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

We Have an Issue: Struggling to Find the Words

In this week's issue, we explore Austin's response to the overturn of Roe v. Wade

"...Hollywood Is Coming to the HRC: Robert De Niro will be feted at the Harry..."

July 1, 2022 Column by Kimberley Jones

Robert De Niro Joins Harry Ransom Center for a Celebration of Film

Gala and endowment will honor the Heat star

"...will host a very special event looking into the HRC's remarkable archive of film-related research materials. It's a collection..."

June 27, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Qmmunity: A Week of Trans Remembrance and Awareness

Recognizing those we've lost and those we love in the transgender community

"...list of those lost so far in 2021 at hrc.org. 2 to Do..."

Nov. 19, 2021 Column by James Scott

“After Dark” Singer Mr. Kitty Exchanged Explicit Messages with Underage Fan

Russian teen's claims go beyond artist's admission to fans

"...a significant donation to the following organizations: RAINN and HRC...."

July 8, 2021 Music Post by Kevin Curtin

Qmmunity: Treat Your Fine Queer Self With This Week's Qmmunity Events

Mask up for Austin Black Pride’s Pose watch party, drag brunch at the Iron Bear, and more

"...As the meme of 2020-TBD goes, I'm getting tired..."

April 30, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan

How to Celebrate Austin Museum Day 2020

In person and virtual events abound on the city' annual free museum day

"..."Ransom in a Minute" video www.hrc.utexas.edu MathHappens..."

Sept. 15, 2020 Arts Post

Qmmunity: Health Equity During COVID-19

An intersectional framework to how we live and help others is essential for a healthier, more equitable future

"...Two weeks ago, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation released..."

April 3, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan

What Odd Circumstance Joins Austin’s L.B. Deyo With Gabriel García Márquez Even Beyond the Ransom Center’s Newly Revealed Archives?

Maybe it’s, what? Love, in the time of measles?

"...We don’t know if it’ll be on par with..."

Feb. 3, 2020 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Qmmunity: Trans Day of Remembrance

Plus events for Trans Week of Resilience, Drag Fest returns for year five, and more

"...November 20 marks the 20th anniversary of Trans Day..."

Nov. 15, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity: Lez Get Spooky

Plus commemorating Intersex Awareness Day and Halloween vibes

"...and the city's promise – the ACLU of Texas, HRC Austin, and Equality Texas host a short afternoon event,..."

Oct. 25, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity: The Fight for Queers’ Title VII Rights in SCOTUS’ hands

Plus GayCL returns and local stylists host benefit for Cheer Ups’ Maggie Lea

"...hopefuls discuss the LGBTQmmunity, but IRL with yer local HRC branch. Thu., Oct. 10, 5:30pm. Parlor & Yard, 601..."

Oct. 11, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity: 50 Years Queer History

Everything you need to know to make the best of Pride Weekend

"...Equality Disco HRC Austin invites all you dancing queens to join their..."

Aug. 9, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

The History of the LGBTQ Movement in Austin

From Stonewall to today, how Pride has progressed in our city

"...we'd be too angry. Lots of trans people hated HRC in those days." (In 2007, U.S. Rep. Barney Frank,..."

Aug. 9, 2019 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Qmmunity: Pride Week Commences

Party with Qmmunity, That Time of the Month, and Andy Campbell

"...Is Still a Protest With the ACLU, TENT, and HRC. Tue., Aug. 6, 5:30pm. Impact Hub, 411 W. Monroe...."

Aug. 2, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity: The Parties Are Political

A whole lotta events honoring Stonewall

"...Pride Night Throw some axes while raising funds for HRC. Thu., June 27, 8-10:30pm. Urban Axes, 812 Airport. $38...."

June 28, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

June Pride Events Roundup

Kick off Summer of Pride with nonstop Pride Month parties & more

"...a night to be a moviegoer! Austin Black Pride, HRC Austin, and aGLIFF are bringing y'all some classic qweeh..."

May 30, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Austin Homes Tour: The Art of the Craftsman Style

John Ruskin's ghost will be nearby, eating breakfast tacos and smiling

"...Chronicle: And did this come about because of the..."

April 24, 2019 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Human Rights Campaign Calls Texas a "High Priority" for LGBTQ Equality

A long way to go, but public opinion trends toward legislative action

"...LGBTQ Legislative Caucus, Israel called the practice "unconscionable.") The HRC report identifies a whopping three pro-equality bills adopted into..."

Feb. 8, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Qmmunity

Take care

"...HRC ATX Gala Dinner We know this annual black-tie affair..."

Jan. 25, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff

Luv Doc: Small Tweaks

The devil is in the details

"...Since I have my own mile-high stack of personal..."

Jan. 4, 2019 Column

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