The American National LGBTQ+ Museum's Executive Director, Ben Garcia, gives us a snapshot of the upcoming landmark as it blossoms to an exciting reality. We delve into the remarkable journey to open a physical museum in New York City in 2026, along with eight dynamic traveling exhibitions set to bring LGBTQ+ history and experiences right on people’s doorsteps across America.

As we wander the virtual corridors of the museum-to-be, Ben unveils the thoughtfully curated exhibitions that will grace the hallways and the memorial space planned to honor members of the LGBTQ+ community who have passed. We also navigate the streets of New York City, painting a vivid picture of why this city, rich in diversity and steeped in LGBTQ+ history, is the perfect choice for the museum's location. Ben also shares about the strong bond forged with the New York Historical Society and the incredible tide of funding support from numerous organizations and government levels.

But this isn't just about a museum; it’s about activism and advocacy. Ben opens up about his personal story of coming out and how it has shaped his commitment to activism. We explore how this museum project is a crucial part of the broader battle for LGBTQ+ equality and how each of us can extend our support.

Where follow Ben Garcia and the museum:

Website: americanlgbtqmuseum.org

Instagram:  @lgbtq_museum

Facebook:  /theLGBTQmuseum

YouTube:  @americanlgbtqmuseum

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ben-gray-garcia/

X (Twitter):   @LGBTQ_Museum

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