Queerating is a partnership project between Queer China UK and MEAA.
In summer 2026, we recruited 8–10 participants to take part in workshops and activities, with the aim of queering MEAA’s spaces and collections, and the wider City of Bath.
Opening on 1 May 2027, the currently untitled exhibition will be designed, curated and created by the participants. As the project is ongoing, the exhibition title, content and themes are still waiting to be explored.
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The word ‘queer’
MEAA recognises that the word ‘queer’ has a complex and potentially triggering history for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and that it is still viewed by some as a slur. At MEAA, we are mindful of this history and understand that some people may find this language offensive or uncomfortable.
Our choice to use the word ‘queer’ reflects an effort to use language that encompasses a broad spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities. This is reflected in the widespread use of the term within parts of the LGBTQIA+ community, academia, and national and local museum programming.
In this context, the word ‘queer’ is intended to be inclusive. However, we recognise that it may not reflect everyone’s experience, identity, or preferred language.