The San Francisco International Airport Museum hosted a Pride Month reception to commemorate the AIDS Memorial Quilt exhibit, which consists of panels dedicated to those lost in the AIDS epidemic. Local leaders emphasized the importance of this display, celebrating both the history of the quilt and the ongoing significance of community activism. The quilt, which originated in 1987 as a response to the AIDS crisis, serves as a symbol of love, loss, and resilience in the face of adversity, particularly vital during Pride Month to honor the community's struggles against misinformation and discrimination.
"The quilt started here in 1987 and returned just a few years ago," said Daniel Calderon, curator of exhibitions at SFO Museum, emphasizing the local significance of the exhibit.
It's so important to do this during Pride Month, because the quilt is so deeply rooted in the community... an example of how community can come together to really overcome adversity."
Cleve Jones, who envisioned the quilt back in 1985, highlighted the impact of AIDS on the community, marking the losses through this powerful artistic expression.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie reflected on the quilt’s inception during a vigil for Harvey Milk, noting how it serves as a poignant reminder of those lost.
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