# Event Details - **Event Name**: Exhibition Preview for 86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Developed through an archival residency, 86:26 brings film, photography and archive material together to explore Nottingham’s queer history.About this EventPreview on Monday 24 August 2026 from 6:00pm – 8:00pmJoin us for the exhibition preview of 86:26 developed through the In the Margins of the Frame archival research residency. This exhibiton sees CJ De Barra, founder of the Notts Queer History Archive, bring together film, photography and archival material to explore Nottingham’s queer history, nightlife, activism and local industry.Visitor InformationDates: 25 – 30 AugustDays: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and SundayTimes: 12:00 - 16:00Location: Main Gallery, Second FloorAddress: BACKLIT, Alfred House, Ashley Street, Nottingham, NG3 1JGExhibiton Information86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive.Developed through the In the Margins of the Frame archival research residency, 86:26 sees CJ De Barra, founder of the Notts Queer History Archive, bring together film, photography and archival material to explore Nottingham’s queer history, nightlife, activism and local industry.Screening the films A Boy Called Mary and More Than a Journey, the exhibition uncovers connections between queer screen histories and the Midlands. These sit alongside objects from BACKLIT’s Alfred House archive, including underwear advertisements produced by Samuel Morley, whose former hosiery factory is now home to the gallery.The exhibition also includes photographs by Fin Serck-Hanssen documenting Divine performing at Nottingham’s Part Two nightclub during the early 1980s.Together, these materials reveal how queer histories can be found across film, grassroots collections and everyday objects.Co-curated by CJ De Barra and Jazz Singh SwaliImage by Fin Serck-Hanssen/ BonoThis exhibition and residency is happening with the support of the BFI Screen Heritage Fund, awarding National Lottery Good Cause funding. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/4a46e200-9d06-11f1-80bb-ebfa6612c095-rimg-w555-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg Screenings and PanelsMore Than a JourneyDate: Tuesday 25 August 2026Time: 18:00 - 20:00RSVPA Boy Called MaryDate: Wednesday 26 August 2026Time: 18:00 - 20:00RSVPAccess InformationStep-free access: Available via Alfred Street and via a tarmac ramp to the lower ground floor and Project Gallery.Lift access: Our staff-operated lift is currently accessible from Ashley Street only. If you require lift access, please email in advance or use the intercom when you arrive so that a member of staff can assist you.Accessible parking: Limited parking is available by arrangement. To book parking, please call 0115 837 2426 or email .Toilets: All toilets are gender neutral. Please note that none currently have wide-access doors, although we are actively working to improve this next year.Assistance dogs: Guide and hearing dogs are welcome throughout the building.Need more information? If you have any questions or access requirements before your visit, please get in touch—we're happy to help. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/nottingham/exhibition-preview-for-86-26-lgbtq-film-heritage-and-archive/100001997148632321 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Entertainment, Exhibitions, Parties, Music, Nonprofit, performances - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: BACKLIT - Gallery/Studios/Projects - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Nottingham - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: BACKLIT - Gallery/Studios/Projects - **lat**: 52.9555664 - **long**: -1.1353609 - **full address**: BACKLIT - Gallery/Studios/Projects, Basement Gallery, Alfred House, Nottingham, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Exhibition Preview for 86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/c1e80c2855136e1c02e408f55498119e010274e800afef21cbac6d1273e00244-rimg-w1200-h848-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786593737 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Exhibition Preview for 86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive being held? - **A:** Exhibition Preview for 86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive takes place on Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 24 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 pm at BACKLIT - Gallery/Studios/Projects, Basement Gallery, Alfred House, Nottingham, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Exhibition Preview for 86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive? - **A:** Exhibition Preview for 86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive is organized by BACKLIT Gallery. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Exhibition Preview for 86:26: LGBTQ+ Film, Heritage and Archive is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Nottingham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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