The Historical Village is closed until spring 2026, except for special events. Gasoline Alley Museum and Heritage Plaza remain open year-round. Click here for full hours operation.
The Historical Village is closed until spring 2026, except for special events. Gasoline Alley Museum and Heritage Plaza remain open year-round. Click here for full hours operation.
Join Kevin Allen from the Calgary Gay History Project for an eye-opening look at the social and political moments that have shaped the community. Through fascinating stories and local history, you’re guaranteed to learn something new!
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
This event is part of the series: Culturally Speaking Presentation Series
Kevin Allen is a fourth-generation Calgarian who has been documenting and profiling queer people and events for more than 30 years. Kevin started the Calgary Gay History Project in 2012 to uncover and preserve stories from Calgary’s 2SLGBTQ+ past.
The Project has achieved national recognition and led to the award-winning documentary film: Gross Indecency: The Everett Klippert Story; and the best-selling book Our Past Matters: Stories of Gay Calgary. Additionally, Kevin works as a senior election administrator for both Elections Canada and Elections Alberta.
To access the Railway Orientation Centre, enter the Railway Café and proceed to the room on the right-hand side from the entrance.