Flyer for The Snapshot and the Museum: Trans Vernacular Photography 1950–Present: Tuesday, November 3 · 6:30 PM at Magnum Foundation

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The Snapshot and the Museum: Trans Vernacular Photography 1950–Present

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Ariel Goldberg, Esperanza Santos and Sophie Hackett examine trans snapshots, archives and museums.

This conversation treats vernacular photography as both personal evidence and contested public history. Ariel Goldberg, Esperanza Santos and Sophie Hackett bring distinct archival perspectives to questions of trans self-representation, privacy, race, class and institutional collecting.

What to expect

Doors open half an hour before the discussion, allowing time to settle into the East Village space. The 90-minute conversation is available both in person and online and draws on several photographic archives and communities.

Good to know

  • The discussion runs from 6:30 PM to 8 PM.
  • Doors open at 6 PM.
  • The program is offered in person and online.
  • Magnum Foundation is at 59 East 4th Street.

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Common questions

When does the conversation start?

The discussion begins at 6:30 PM on November 3.

Who is taking part?

Ariel Goldberg, Esperanza Santos and Sophie Hackett lead the conversation.

Can I attend remotely?

Yes, the organizer lists both online and in-person attendance.

What is the discussion about?

It examines trans photographic records, personal archives and museum interpretation.