• Collection ID 1986.0371
  • Creator Names Chicago Women's Graphics Collective creator
  • Title Chicago Women's Graphics Collective posters [graphic] 1972-1973.
  • Physical description 2.25 linear feet, including 19 images (1 folder)
  • Collection summary Two- and multi-color handprinted posters (19), many silkscreened, created by the Chicago Women's Graphics Collective supporting the work and mission of its parent organization, the Chicago Women's Liberation Union. Some posters advertise Union events, but most consist of graphic and written messages related to such topics as feminism, sexism, rape, LGBTQ rights, reproduction and reproductive health, and produce boycotts in support of farm workers.
  • Terms Governing Use and Reproduction Credit creators. Restrictions may apply.
  • Location of Other Archival Materials Note Related materials at the Chicago History Museum, Research Center, include the Chicago Women's Liberation Union records [manuscript]; the Chicago Women's Liberation Union photographs (1978.0029); the Estelle Carol materials on the Chicago Women's Liberation Union; the essay: "Something real: Jane and me," by Linnea Johnson; interviews with former members of Chicago Women's Liberation Union, by Margaret Strobel; the Estelle Carol materials on the Chicago Women's Liberation Union; and publications by Chicago Women's Liberation Union members, cataloged separately.
  • Biographical or Historical Note The Chicago Women's Liberation Union (1969-1977) was a self-identified radical, anti-capitalist, feminist organization that sought to advance women's liberation, as well as related issues including anti-racism, LGBTQ rights, and workers' rights. The CWLU consisted of work groups for specific issues and chapters (political study groups and/or rap groups), including the Chicago Women's Graphics Collective, which was formed in 1969. The organization ceased operation on April 24, 1977.
  • Names
    • Chicago Women's Liberation Union Archives.
    • Chicago Women's Liberation Union
  • Subjects
    • Discrimination in employment Illinois Chicago 20th century.
    • Abortion Illinois Chicago 20th century.
    • Feminism Illinois Chicago 20th century.
    • Women Illinois Chicago Societies and clubs.
    • Women's rights Illinois Chicago 20th century.
    • Women Political activity Illinois Chicago 20th century.
    • Equal rights amendments United States.
    • Gay rights
  • Geographic coverage
    • Illinois Politics and government 20th century.
    • Chicago (Ill.) Politics and government 1951-
    • United States Politics and government 20th century
  • Genre Posters. gmgpc