Oral History Interview: Robert Carr and Roger Groenewold (1269)
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As a couple of over 40 years, Bob Carr and Roger Groenewold provide a rich history of the Eau Claire LGBTQ community. The speak of the shame of being labeled a "sexual deviant" during the Vietnam War. Both work in education--Bob in a high school and Roger at UW-Eau Claire admissions--and they speak of the changes and struggles in that arena. The couple help found the community theater in Eau Claire and spoke of that community. They also provided a painting of activism in Eau Claire, with a strong presence of Drag and the disintegration of the LGBTQ community center. They comment on the increased visibility and acceptance of homosexuality. This interview shows the development and evolution of gayness in Eau Claire.