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WE(AVE) MADE HISTORY




At A Glance
A project created for the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center (opening in June 2024) in a collaboration between
the Parsons School of Design and Pride Live.






Timeline

January - June 2024





Areas of Focus

Research, Ideation, Visual Design,
Visual Design, Lighting Design, Installation













This project, installed at the Stonewall National Monument Visitors Center, was a collaboration between the Live Exhibits class at Parsons School of Design and Pride Live. My peers and I embraced the challenge of exploring the multifaceted and politicized aspects of queer history. Central to our mission was the question: How do our narratives about the Stonewall Rebellion shape the future of queer liberation? Additionally, we aimed to address whose histories are emphasized and who remains overlooked. By broadening the scope beyond Stonewall, this installation seeks to honor a more inclusive range of queer voices and stories.



Concept


This was our initial pitch.



We eventually made a few adjustments, mainly due to limitations on modifying the installation space. These changes involved removing the mirror and furniture components while still prioritizing the creation of spaces for deep rest and queer intimacy, as well as offering a platform for the untold stories of queer liberation.

Rest doesn’t have to be physical rest.


Design Process


We began by 

BUDGET!!!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1PNT5YNR_ea7t1Cqi4OcJRwqn1-Tm1mUSIMS8ElHstLc/edit?gid=0#gid=0

My Role


  1. Ideation Sessions 
  2. Visual Design and Documentation:
    • Created the flyer for the weaving sessions and collaborated with community partners to spread the word.
    • Designed and wrote all instructional materials in use within the exhibit.
    • Rewrote and edited the introduction text, designing its layout to ensure clarity and visual appeal.
  3. Session Participation:
    • Hosted weaving sessions.
  4. Lighting Design:
    • Actively engaged in the lighting meetings and test sessions, contributing valuable insights and ideas while working with a Lighting Design MFA student.
  5. Installation Support:
    • Actively involved in three out of four installation days.
  6. Material Preparation and Support:
    • Gathered and printing collage and textual materials.
    • Designed and created several print materials for the project.

Collaboration and Teamwork



Visual Highlights



The final outcome is pictured below, in addition to photos from our ideation sessions, the weaving sessions, and the installation itself. Click on the photos to zoom in.

Ideation


Weaving Sessions


Installation



The Final Outcome





Impact and Press




Reflection