Leather Archives & Museum
The Leather Archives & Museum (LA&M) is a community archives, library, and museum located in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Founded by Chuck Renslow and Tony DeBlase in 1991, its mission is "making leather, kink, BDSM, and fetish accessible through research, preservation, education and community engagement." The LA&M is a leading conservator of queer erotic art. Its permanent collection features some of the most iconic LGBT artists of the twentieth century, including most artwork by Bill Schmeling and many works by Dom Orejudos.
LA&M entrance (2023) | |
| Established | September 18, 1991 |
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| Location | 6418 N Greenview Ave Chicago, Illinois 60626 United States |
| Coordinates | 41°59′55.06″N 87°40′5.93″W |
| Founder | Chuck Renslow and Tony DeBlase |
| Executive director | Gary Wasdin |
| Website | leatherarchives |
The LA&M is a 501(c)(3)-registered non-profit organization. Research assistance is available upon request.
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