History Hustory* / Museum of Self-Care: Exploring Trans* Histories and Queer Representation

This exhibition explores the challenges of collecting and presenting trans* histories and experiences, focusing on ways to deconstruct heteronormativity and patriarchal dominance. It presents micronarratives of trans* representation and highlights the complexities of trans* living in Eastern and Southern Europe through a collaboration with the Austrian Museum of Folk Life and Folk Art.

The exhibition "History Hustory* / Museum of Self-Care" grapples with the complexities of documenting and showcasing evolving, transgressive, and often uncomfortable aspects of trans* identities and histories. It questions who holds the power to define legitimacy and legitimacy in representation, particularly in light of the historical scarcity of materials accounting for trans* lives. The exhibition aims to challenge heteronormativity and patriarchal domination by examining the fluid nature of trans* histories and historicities. Through micronarratives and a creative campaign, the exhibition sheds light on the multifaceted realities of trans* living and experiences in Eastern and Southern Europe. In partnership with the Austrian Museum of Folk Life and Folk Art, it constructs a "Trans*folk toy collection" intended to broaden trans*/queer representation via hybrid figuration and sound. The program is curated by Budapest-based Lívia Páldi and artivist Nat Schastnev, and features works by Aliza Orlan, Krëlex zentre (Ruthia Jenrbekova and Maria Vilkovisky), Stela Roxana Pascal, Nika Pećarina, and Nat Schastnev.

Details of the programme and any changes can be found on the museum's website or Instagram. A workshop is scheduled for June 15, 2023, with advance registration required via email. General museum admission information should be consulted on their website or visitor information pages for access details to the venue which houses the exhibition.