BLK (Magazine) Collection
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Scope and Contents
This collection contains originals and photocopies of BLK magazine, a free, monthly publication about the black LGBT community. Content includes interviews, histories, politics, social issues, and culture.
Dates
- Creation: 1988-1994
- Creation: Majority of material found in 1989-1991
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is not restricted.
Conditions Governing Use
Reproduction and publication of materials in this collection are subject to the policies of the UNT Special Collections department. Copyright restrictions may apply.
Biographical or Historical Information
BLK was created in 1988 by African-American graphic designer Alan Bell to fill a gap in the LGBT news publication community, separating itself from the "infotainment" of other black LGBT publications. It ran for nearly 6 years and expanded from its initial run in the Los Angeles area to cover nationwide and international news, including publication in Canada. It also featured interviews with prominent African-American figures within and with ties to the LGBT community, such as singer Patti LaBelle and Phill Wilson, founder of the Black AIDS Institute.
Note written by
Extent
1.00 boxes
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Copies of BLK, the national black lesbian and gay newsmagazine.
Arrangement Note
This collection is arranged chronologically.
Physical Access Requirements
This collection is stored off-site and requires a minimum of 24 hour notice prior to use.
Source of Acquisition
Alan Bell
Method of Acquisition
Gift
Accruals and Additions
2018-045
- Title
- BLK (Magazine) Collection
- Author
- Nicole Yatsonsky
- Date
- 07/31/2018
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the University of North Texas Special Collections Repository
University of North Texas, Willis Library
1155 Union Circle # 305190
Denton TX 76203 US