News & Events
Explore recent exhibitions, presentations, and media features highlighting the ongoing impact and evolution of Dead Dykes & Some Gay Men.
January 16 – February 21, 2026
Arleen Olshan: The Tangle I’ve Gotten Into
A One-Person Show In Collaboration With William Way LGBT Center & Imperfect Gallery
Featured Programming Includes:
Opening Reception: Friday, January 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. Free and open to the public.
Artist Talk: Friday, January 30, from 6 to 8 p.m. Free and open to the public.
November 5 – December 11, 2025
William Way LGBT Community Center – “20th Annual Juried Art Exhibition”
Included portraits from the series.
Left: Jake Foster, Art Exhibitions Manager
Right: Arleen Olshan
October 4 – November 8, 2025
Imperfect Gallery – “Stay Woke” Group Exhibition
Included portraits from the series.
September 6, 2025
Presentation at Sisterspace of the Delaware Valley
August 24, 2025
Presentation at Mt. Airy & Greater Philly Lesbian Meetup
August 2025
Presentation at Michigan Amazon Spirit Week
June 20 – August 28, 2025
City Hall Group Show – “Portraits of Pride and Resilience”
Right: Councilmember Rue Landau, City of Philadelphia
Right: Arleen Olshan, Artist
June 5, 2025
Interview with Channel 6 (ABC) News
Watch the interview
Dec. 12, 2024 – Jan. 31, 2025
Philadelphia Assembly Gallery – The Woman, The Work
Highlighting Phase 1 of Dead Dykes & Some Gay Men.
Curator Wit Lopez
Praise for Dead Dykes & Some Gay Men
“I thought Arleen was fascinating and very well-organized. Her work and her mission are amazing.”
“Looking forward to celebrating our herstory and taking in this amazing display.”
“What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
Thanks for all your hard work, Arleen. This is obviously a labor of love and much needed.”