April 10, 2026
Drag the Archive: Photographs of Queer Gender Performance
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
100 Tallwood Drive - Gallery 112
About Event
Drag the Archive is a collaborative practicum project by Carleton University students in partnership with the City of Ottawa Equity Team and the City of Ottawa Archives. Through photography, the exhibition showcases the life and work of drag performer Paul \”Peaches Latour\” Fournier and queer rights activist, editor, news reporter and diplomat Philip Hannan. The project celebrates drag performance and queer gender expression in Ottawa and beyond. Through carefully curated selections of archival records, students bring forward a powerful visual narrative that highlights local histories while connecting them to broader traditions of queer gender expression.
Hosted by City of Ottawa Archives
The City of Ottawa Archives’ makes Ottawa’s documentary heritage accessible by sharing both civic government and community records. Through exhibits, partnerships, and public engagement, the Exhibition and Outreach Program raises awareness of the Archives, promotes knowledge of Ottawa’s history, and helps connect diverse and non-traditional audiences with the stories that shape our city.
Photos From City of Ottawa Archives
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