About the GLBT Historical Society

The GLBT Historical Society collects, preserves, exhibits and makes accessible to the public materials and knowledge to support and promote understanding of LGBTQ history, culture and arts in all their diversity.

Founded in 1985, we are recognized internationally as a leader in the field of LGBTQ public history. The GLBT Historical Society is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events
Free Museum Day
Dec 4
Free Museum Day
Illustrated Talk | The Very Queer Life of "The Italian Invert"
Jan 16
Illustrated Talk | The Very Queer Life of "The Italian Invert"
Heroes With Bling - "NOT on OUR Watch"
Feb 20
Heroes With Bling - "NOT on OUR Watch"

Mosaics by Michael Kruzich/ MKMosaics

The Academy SF - 2166 Market St. San Francisco, CA 94114

Preview Exhibit: February 7th, 2025 5-8pm

Benefit Auction: February 20th, 2025, 6-9pm

https://mkmosaics.com

Beneficiaries: OpenHouse, TransThrive, GLBT Historical Society

Michael Kruzich received his training at the esteemed mosaic art school in Ravenna, Italy under Maestra Luciana Notturni and her colleagues. His artwork has garnered recognition nationally and internationally, including exhibitions at prestigious venues such as the DeYoung Museum in San Francisco, the Ravennamosaico 2017 Biennale, and multiple awards at the "Mosaic Arts International" exhibits. A member of the Associazione Internazionale Mosaicisti Contemporanei and the Society of American Mosaic Artists, Michael is based in San Francisco, CA, where he operates his studio. There, he specializes in creating fine art mosaics, reproductions, and commissions for private and commercial clients. His works are held in private collections and architectural installations worldwide.

 

Buttons: Two men at a bar, likely a Tavern Guild event, ca. 1970; photograph by Henri Leleu, Henri Leleu Papers (1997-13), GLBT Historical Society. Gilbert Baker with a rainbow flag, ca. 1980; photograph by Robert Pruzan, Robert Pruzan Collection (1998-36), GLBT Historical Society.