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Series VI: Lambda Amateur Radio Club, 1988-1994

 Series — Box: 1

Scope and Contents

This series documents the activities of the Finger Lakes chapter of the Lambda Amateur Radio Club, an amateur radio club among the gay and lesbian community.The materials date between 1988 and 1994, and consist of brochures, pamphlets, membership roster, and meeting minutes.

Dates

  • Other: 1988-1994

Conditions Governing Access

There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this series.

Conditions Governing Use

Copyright is held by the Rochester Public Library. Copyright of the papers may be held by the authors', or authors' heirs or assigns. Researchers must obtain written permission of the holder[s] of copyright and the Rochester Public Library before publishing quotations from materials in the collection. Most papers may be copied in accordance with the library's usual procedures unless otherwise specified.

Administrative History

The Finger Lakes chapter of Lambda Amateur Radio Club, is a chapter of the international, non-profit organization of amateur radio operators (hams), short wave radio listeners, and persons interested in amateur radio, electronics and computers most of whom are members of sexual minorities.

LARC’s primary objective includes: to promote radio knowledge and proficiency among the gay and lesbian community; provide public service in connection with parades and other activities; and offer a shared sense of technical expertise, social responsibility, and friendly camaraderie.

Extent

From the Collection: 3 Cubic Feet (2 record cartons, 1 legal size document case, 2 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Abstract

This series consists of materials from the Rochester, New York chapter of the Lambda Amateur Radio Club, an amateur radio club among the gay and lesbian community. The materials date between 1988 and 1994. The materials consist of brochures, pamphlets, membership rosters, and meeting minutes.

Repository Details

Part of the Local History & Genealogy Division Repository

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