WELCOME TO BADGE OF PRIDE

We are a 501(c)(3) organization based in Dallas, Texas dedicated to collecting and activating artifacts from LGBTQ+ history to inform, enrich and engage the power of the contemporary Queer experience.

We firmly believe that by showcasing Queer history, we encourage activism, challenge stereotypes, promote inclusivity, and drive change.

OUR VISION

We envision a world in which everyone can learn about LGBTQ+ history as a vital means for promoting civic engagement, social justice, and political change.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Jun 05, 2025, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
Exclusive Exhibit Preview & Fundraising Event
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
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Jun 05, 2025, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM CDT
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
Join us for an exclusive preview and fundraiser for Badge Of Pride: From Silence...To Celebration! Only 100 tickets will be sold! Each one comes with a special surprise—our way of saying thanks for supporting this powerful debut.
Jun 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Badge Of Pride Exhibit Opening Day
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
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Jun 06, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
Join us on the opening day of our groundbreaking exhibit, "Badge Of Pride: From Silence...To Celebration!"
Jun 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT
NOH8 Campaign Talk & Open Photo Shoot
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
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Jun 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM CDT
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
Come learn about the origin of this global photo campaign, and get your very own iconic portrait taken by Adam Bouska!
Jun 25, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Legendary Children | An Evening With TOM+LORENZO
Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 S Tyler St, Dallas, TX 75208, USA
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Jun 25, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Bishop Arts Theatre Center, 215 S Tyler St, Dallas, TX 75208, USA
Learn about how "RuPaul’s Drag Race" pays homage to dozens of Queer cultural traditions and figures going back over a hundred years.
Jul 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
July Community Activation Day at Badge Of Pride: From Silence…To Celebration!
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
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Jul 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
Join us for Community Activation Days—where LGBTQ+ nonprofits, advocates, and allies come together to celebrate, connect, and make history at Badge Of Pride: From Silence…To Celebration!
Jul 26, 2025, 1:30 PM CDT
"Raid of the Rainbow Lounge" - Film Screening & Panel Discussion
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
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Jul 26, 2025, 1:30 PM CDT
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
Step into a pivotal moment in Texas LGBTQ+ history. Join us for a special screening of "Raid of the Rainbow Lounge" — the powerful documentary that sparked a movement and shined a light on injustice.
Aug 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
August Community Activation Day at Badge Of Pride: From Silence…To Celebration!
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
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Aug 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
Join us for Community Activation Days—where LGBTQ+ nonprofits, advocates, and allies come together to celebrate, connect, and make history at Badge Of Pride: From Silence…To Celebration!
Sep 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
September Community Activation Day at Badge Of Pride: From Silence…To Celebration!
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
RSVP
Sep 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT
Irving Archives & Museum, 801 W Irving Blvd, Irving, TX 75060, USA
Join us for Community Activation Days—where LGBTQ+ nonprofits, advocates, and allies come together to celebrate, connect, and make history at Badge Of Pride: From Silence…To Celebration!

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DEFINING PRIDE

Pride is the embodiment of confidence and self-respect expressed by a group, typically one that has faced social, institutional, and legal marginalization based on their shared identity, culture, and experience. It is an assertion of dignity, visibility, and solidarity in the face of historical oppression and discrimination.

This definition is central to all of our work.

WHAT WE DO

Badge of Pride offers programs which aim to educate, inspire, and engage the power of the Queer community. From educational workshops to cultural events and exhibits, we strive to create a space where everyone can feel welcome and supported.

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