Stonewall National Museum Topeka Visit

Stonewall National Museum, Archives & Library executive director Robert Kesten visited Topeka, Kansas to see the Rainbow House & meet with the house owner Planting Peace Founder Aaron Jackson. The famous Rainbow House also known as the Equality House located in Topeka is an incredible monument to love, acceptance & LGBTQ rights in the state. The colorful house resides across the street from the infamous Westboro Baptist Church known for their cruel protests against LGBTQ Americans, Veterans & Jewish citizens among others. Robert Kesten stated, “I’ve known of the Rainbow House, but nothing fully prepares you for seeing it & seeing how close it is to the church across the street. The Equality House is now partnered with a house next-door that is painted the colors of the Trans Flag, promoting even greater tolerance in our nation's heartland. No matter what threats he has received, Jackson has continued to persevere, keeping in mind just how important this work is. I look forward to working with Aaron & his organization to bring Stonewall National Museum, Archives & Library resources to the state of Kansas!” Robert & Aaron discussed ideas to reach out to the greater Midwest & help others learn about the invaluable contributions our LGBTQ community has made to American history & culture. The Stonewall National Museum, Archives & Library located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is one of the largest LGBTQ libraries & archives in the world. Last June I talked to filmmaker Kristen Lovell about the historic Stonewall Riots Reenactment where she plays Marsha P. Johnson that took place at the Stonewall National Museum, Archives & Library. LISTEN