This series documents the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community in the South Bay and the larger San Francisco Bay Area. The photographic content is quite diverse and it provides a long-term view of the South Bay LGBT community, from the early bar scenes, drag queen culture, to the political activism surrounding gay rights and gay marriage. Some of the most compelling images document AIDS epidemic victims, and include head shots of the faces of men and women who died from the disease. The printed materials provide documentation on the Imperial Royal Lion Monarchy (ILRM) of San José Inc., a non-profit organization committed to fostering equal rights, promoting a positive image of the LGBT community, and providing charitable support to gay and straight organizations in Santa Clara County. Founded in 1990, the IRLM has distributed over $100,000 to local organizations. They raise money through gay balls and drag queen coronations, stage shows, and other events. The balls prominently featured the spirit of the "Drag Queen" culture and they worked closely with the Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center. This segment illustrates the connections between LGBT organizations and the importance of networking in the community. Other images document some of the LGBT political icons in Northern California. There are a number of photographs of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay candidate to be elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, and of Robert Reformer, author, musician, and LGBT activist. The printed matter includes brochures, flyers, programs, news clippings, newspapers, pamphlets, and miscellany. Other unpublished essays and ephemera complement the numerous periodicals including On Out Now, A&U American AIDs, and newspapers and newsletters made popular among many LGBT organizations. The newsletters, magazines, and photographs represented here reflect the local grass roots activism and lifestyles, from the counterculture revolution of the 1970s to the impact of the AIDS epidemic in the South Bay. The Voices of C.A.R.E., People Living with HIV and AIDS, and the Ryan White Comprehensive AIDs Resources Emergency Act are also documented here.