Bobby Smith photograph collection

Collection

Identifier: MS-2009-01

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection primarily consists of photographs taken by Bobby Smith in the 1950s and 60s.

Dates

Created: 1945 - 1980

Creator

Bobby Smith (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

No restrictions. The contents of this collection may be subject to copyright. Visit the United States Copyright Office's website at http://www.copyright.gov/ for more information.

Extent

1.50 Linear Feet

5 boxes

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

This collection primarily consists of photographs taken by queer photographer Bobby Smith in the 1950s and 60s. The photos depict scenes of gatherings of queer folks in homes and clubs, giving researchers a rare view of queer life and culture in Florida during the mid-20th century.

Arrangement Note

Series arranged by format

Related Materials

Donald L. Bentz Collection, Special Collections Department, Tampa Library, University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida.

Related Publications

“Tampa’s first girl messenger gives boys fun in handling job,” Tampa Tribune, November 26, 1942.

Subjects

Caricatures and cartoons Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Photography Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Queer community Subject Source: Local sources
Queer culture Subject Source: Local sources
Queer experience Subject Source: Local sources
Tampa (Fla.) Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings