Medal (2016.037.0571)
Description
Gold medal on a green and blue ribbon with “Unity ’94 / GAY GAMES IV NEW YORK CITY / JUNE 1994 / TO DO ONES BEST IS THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF HUMAN ACHIEVEMENT,” engraved in the medal.
Historical Notes: Originally founded as the “Gay Olympics,” The Gay Games is the largest sporting event specifically for LGBT athletes. The purpose of The Federation of Gay Games, Inc. is to foster the self-respect of LGBT+ individuals and promote respect and understanding from others. The 1994 Gay Games, held in New York City, had over 15,000 participants in sporting events and cultural ceremonies and coincided with the 25th anniversary of the Stonewall riots.
Keywords
1994, Gay Games, Medals, New York, Pulse Nightclub, Pulse Nightclub Memorial
Item Details
- Object ID: 2016.037.0571
- Collection Site: Pulse Nightclub
- Collection Date: 08/31/2016
- Size: 16.75H X 2.5W
