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< BACK TO QUILT Reclaiming Our Leather History Reclaiming Our Leather History is a non-profit organization whose mission is to locate, reclaim and re-home Leather community historical items from around the United States and other Countries.They do so by finding Leather memorabilia that has been misplaced, stolen, put up for sale or auction; to then purchase these items and return them to their rightful homes where they can be appreciated through our community clubs, contests, libraries and museums. Organization Motto: Reclaim, Restore, Re-home & Remember… 00170 Home: N/A Status: N/A Founded: In 2015 by Master Gareth and slave toi Southwest Master and slave 2015 Panel History: N/A Links: Facebook Group Other Details: N/A Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT Felines of Color Collective (FoCC) Felines of Color Collective (FoCC), an organization for self-identified kinky felines, including cats/kittens/nekos, tigers, lions, panthers, leopards, lynxes, cheetahs, cougars, hyenas, pumas, wildcats, et cetera, of African, Latino/Hispanic, Asian, Arab and Indigenous descent who participate in animal/pet play. Felines of Color Collective (FoCC) is a safe space for fellowship, play, emotional transparency, and non-oppressive, POC-affirming ideas and politics for kinky felines. Our primary objective is to empower felines to voice their interests and experiences, and foster educational and restorative camaraderie for felines, their owners, and other kinksters of color. We firmly believe that the time for more feline representation is now. Through our efforts, we aspire to bolster the presence of felines in both virtual and physical spaces and proliferate feline culture in kink communities. Our collective expertise and passion will establish FoCC as a pillar in kink and pet/animal play. As we embark on this purrpose-filled journey, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of intentional and non-oppressive kink spaces. Whether you are new to animal play or a veteran in the scene, there is space for you and innumerable ways to get involved. To learn more about Felines of Color Collective, stay updated on our progress by following us on Instagram [@felinesofcolor], and Facebook and Fetlife [Felines of Color Collective (FoCC)]. *purrs* 00277 Home: New York City, USA Status: Active Founded: In 2023 Panel History: Added in-person on Friday, April 10, 2026 at South East LeatherFest in Atlanta, Georgia Links: Other Details: Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT Celebration of Power Celebration of Power LLC (CoP) is a pansexual, non-profit, social and educational organization that has been dedicated to the promotion and instruction of safe, sane and consensual (SSC) BDSM practices throughout Colorado since September 23, 2001. We are a private membership and volunteer-driven organization that derives its core values and beliefs from its origins within the Gay Leather Community and we are committed to preserving those values and beliefs as well as preserving Leather history and heritage through the example we provide for the Colorado BDSM Community at our social and educational events around the state. What We Do: CoP hosts regular educational and social events every month that are open to adults who are interested in learning more about the BDSM/Leather Lifestyle. 00084 Home: Colorado Springs, Colorado USA Status: Dissolved Founded: September 23, 2001 Panel History: N/A Links: Website - Fetlife Profile - Fetlife Group - Fetlife Submissive SiG - Email Other Details: Wayback Machine: https://web.archive.org/web/20090619071347/http://www.celebrationofpower.net/main.htm Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT MAsT: Orv-Cinncinati MAsT ORV Cincinnati is a pansexual organization whose mission is to support individuals interested in a Master/slave or other power exchange relationships. MAsT ORV Cincinnati is an association of individuals interested in engaging in personal relationships that are based upon the conscious exchange of power and authority. MAsT believes that such relationships can be a valid path to authenticity, self-actualization, and happiness for such individuals, and MAsT is therefore dedicated to equipping them with tools and resources that will assist them in developing and maintaining relationships that are healthy, functional, and real. 00175M Home: Cincinnati, Ohio USA Status: Active Founded: N/A Panel History: N/A Links: Fetlife Group Other Details: N/A Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT LUC of LV (Leather Uniform Club of Las Vegas) Responsibility, Integrity, Service, and Respect. The cornerstones of the Leather Lifestyle. The Leather Uniform Club of Las Vegas takes these principles a step further and adds Inclusion and Acceptance to the mix. LUC is a Leather/Uniform/Fetish/Kink Lifestyle 501c3 not-for-profit club serving the BDSM/Kink/Leather/LGBTQ communities, and other civic charities. 00131 Home: Las Vegas, Nevada USA Status: Active Founded: In 1998 by five (5) gay leather men; Daddy Joe, his husband Nick, boy Michael and his Master and slave Shadow. Panel History: Added in-person at the first Sin in the City event in 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada USA Links: Website - Facebook - Instagram - Fetlife Profile - Fetlife Group Other Details: Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT TheJunction “The Junction” is a destination house of kinky “goings on” and the twice annual Kinkstock, located on 3.8 acres of open and flat land backing the Sumter National Forest. Come visit and bring your friends! 00246 Home: Clinton, South Carolina USA Status: Active Founded: Established and founded in 2016 by Jenifer Jones Panel History: Added in-person at SouthEast Leather Fest, June 13 - 16, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia Links: Fetlife Profile - Fetlife Group Other Details: Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT The House of Kane The House of Kane was founded in 1987 by Master Daniel Kane and his brother Master Steven Kane. The House of Kane has been active ever since, outside of a small break during the late 90s after Daniel and Steven parted ways. Grandmaster Daniel Kane then picked up the mantle as Head of House until his passing in 2014. His slave, Master-slave Sayuri Kane, shortly thereafter, became Head of House until December 2025, where she passed Head of House to Master PB Kane, who is the current Head of House. The House of Kane has always been an educational House focusing on sharing education with others through in person training, teaching at Leather conventions, Zoom calls, and Dungeon Monitoring. They have always believed in, "each one, teach one" and that is one of their mantras for their patched members in the different communities. The House of Kane holds advocacy close to their hearts. It is a core value of theirs that they share with their community as they uplift and empower marginalized voices, community outreach, and creating safe spaces at all their events. They believe every person deserves human rights and to have an equal seat at the table. The House of Kane will stand up to and against any who deny rights to others due to racism, sexism, homophobic, transphobic or any other bigoted ideologies or behaviors. Finally, The House of Kane has had several Leather and other Title Holders over the years. It falls into their belief of sharing their knowledge and making sure anyone who is seeking, has a place to learn. 00281 Home: Nashville, Tennessee USA Status: Active Founded: 1987, Grandmaster Daniel and Steven Kane Panel History: Added in-person on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at South East LeatherFest in Atlanta, Georgia Links: Other Details: Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT MAsT: Philadelphia N/A 00004M Home: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA Status: Active Founded: December 2002 Panel History: N/A Links: Website Other Details: N/A Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT House Argus House Argus is a gay, polyamorous, authority based, BDSM, Leather family and household. The household consists of Master Michael as head of household, along with his hus-boy Patt, alpha slave Marty and several newbies who are dedicated to the development of the next generation Master/slave “kinksters”. This is accomplished by positive mentorship, active demonstration, role-modeling, mindful community involvement, and knowledge-based training with an emphasis on “teaching forward” within a safe, sane and consensual environment. House Argus lives by the tenant of “Submission is a gift, Domination a trust.” We are a protocol based and practicing family that enjoys meeting/talking to others with similar interests, as friends are valued, Doms and subs (with their owners' permission) alike. We value our BDSM as a lifestyle and therefore it is serious to us. Consequently, we live by the following values: TRUST in yourself first, and honor those that earn your trust Find yourself by looking inward and seek out your happiness You cannot please another until you find what pleases you and makes you complete Love-Learn-Respect and Honor our lifestyle Pass your knowledge and legacy forward, teach and support our lifestyle We enjoy teaching and hosting high-protocol events as a way to practice, develop and enhance our lifestyle. We attend and are involved in many BDSM Leather/Rubber and fetish events locally, regionally and nationally. We are very proud of our alpha-slave Marty who held the Mr. Rubber Colorado title for two years, 2011-2012, and he finished 4th in a class of twelve at the Mr. International Rubber contest in 2012. About the Family Crest Emblem: House Argus was selected as our family name from Greek Mythology – the Eyes of Argus. Argus Panoptes was a guardian of the herd and lord of the land. He had multiple eyes (one hundred), which enabled him to leave some eyes open while sleeping – always awake and vigilant. Also in the novel "Luka and the Fire of Life", by Salman Rushdie, Argus was one of the five appointed guardians of the 'Fire of Life'. Argus' virtue embodied with the alertness and guardianship is how we feel towards our obligation as guardians of our BDSM Leather lifestyle. The family crest or emblem was created by boy Patt and was assisted by slave Marty. It was inspired by the BDSM emblem, where the three holes from the “triskele” were brought in as the basis of the design. In addition to the intrinsic multiple meanings, the three holes represent three main elements of the leather family – Master, Boy, and Slave. The blue crescents encircling the three holes signify the pattern of the infinity knot. This symbolizes the unrelenting communication, support, and protection among the family members. Ultimately, this represents the backbone or glue that each of us brings and holds the group together as one united family. The blue crescents form a space in the center, where a red circle is situated. This represents the heart of the house and symbolizes the unity of all the members of the family past, present, and future, as well as a tribute to the two Masters who inspired this household. The colors selected and used in the design of our family crest are inspired by the colors of the leather flag including connotations of some hanky code colors. The outer gray band incorporates the use of Morse code, spelling the words, “SIR BOY SLAVE”, surrounding this dynamic family and indicates how one needs to explore deeper than the surface in order to decipher the true meaning of one's inner self and true happiness. It also suggests the importance of tradition and history, which still enriches our lifestyle and integrity. 00151 Home: Colorado USA Status: N/A Founded: N/A Panel History: N/A Links: N/A Other Details: N/A Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT Motorcyclemen of New Mexico This patch is donated to the Leather Quilt by Michael J, Skroch, Head of House, Domum Corium Cordis (House of Leather Heart), through its project “History of New Mexico Leather & Alternative Communities, https://www.nm-real.org/leather-history-1. This patch was donated to this history effort by Dave Crawford, member of MMNM, who’s participation in MMNM is described below. The Motorcyclemen of New Mexico (MMNM or MNM), often called "M&Ms," were formed as a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation by New Mexico residents at the Rocky Mountaineers Motorcycle Club’s (RMMC), at the 10th annual camp out in Colorado call the “Golden Fleece Run” (GFR), which happened for 40 years. MMNM was registered with the New Mexico Secretary of State on 15 July 1981 by R. Gregg Watkins. Directors were Dave Bedford, Gregg Watkins, Dave Crawford. Owen, and Terry Robert. These New Mexico residents decided to start their own run while at GFR. Dick Marleau from Hijos del Sol MC was involved in founding MMNM, a somewhat informal gay men-only motorcycle club. Other names included Bill Rhetta, partners Bill Meeks (DoD) and Bill Curr (El Paso Public Schools), Casey NewKirk, Pat Sanchez, Walt Lang (Pat's partner for a time), and Dennis Dunnum, Jojo Pineau (associate), Bob Rakoczy (associate), Dominik Zurlo. Wes (Lockwood) Graywolf, a photographer and artist used to vend at MMNM events and produced many of the posters and promotional items for MMNM. A female full member was part of the club, Kathy, a lesbian from Santa Fe. They had associates including Leslie Anderson and Steve Wearden. Dave Crawford joined MMNM about six months after it started organizing. Raised in Farmington, NM, and having a profession of teaching, special education, he purchased a 755 BMW there and learning about MMNM from the person who sold him his bike. He is the longest running member of MMNM, having been there from near its inception, being one of its organizing directors in 1981, and holding various offices from 1986 through 1995 (see officer plates below). The club created "Member Emeritus" status for Dave when his bad back and other conditions made it difficult for him to ride. The primary hangout location of MMNM was Social Club, which at the time was mostly a men's bar. They hung their colors in the back bar of Social Club. Dennis Dunnam joined MMNM in the early 90s, being Quartermaster in 1993, Secretary in 1994, VP in 1996, which transitioned to President in that year. He was publicist in 1997. In 1984 MMNM had 12 members. Some members of MMNM inspired artist Delmas Howe and were used in his "Stations" series of paintings. Membership was mandated to be 75 percent owning a motorcycle. Associates could live further away from Albuquerque. RMMC and MMNM cross-attended each others events and runs. MMNM started operations after Hijos del Sol, but operated concurrently together for years. They had a Motorcyclemen of New Mexico Newsletter that highlighted their members lives, participation in runs, and listed officers, full members, and associates. MMNM's hosted run was "Hot Air" which was held at the same time of the year as the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta, running from 1984 through 1997. Leslie Anderson was an associate of MMNM and the first women (at the time) member, voted in with almost unanimous approval (one dissent). This was associated with their run and eventual title win as American Leatherwoman. Associate memberships were provided to those that had no motorcycle or would be from out of state. MMNM started losing interest and cohesion about 1997. Some members moved to Sandia Leathermen as an organization that did not require motorcycles. Bars were becoming more inclusive of a broader set of people. "Zia Brigade" was a uniform club activity within MMNM formed by member Richard Saizer and his partner Bill Reiust, who produced pins and patches for this focus group. Their motto "Crescit Eundo" is Latin for "It grows as it goes." Sources: Leslie Anderson (interviews), Casey Newkirk (interviews 14Jun24, +conversations), LA&M, Scott White (President of RMMC for 6 years), Dennis Dunnam (interview 12Jun24), New Mexico Secretary of State business search, theleatherjournal.com/news/author/802-daverhodes, Drummer Magazine Issue #67, #110, #187, #198, Club Scene #13, Club News p8, Golden Fleece Run Book XXI (1993), Rocky Mountaineers Motorcycle Club (Silver Anniversary), Golden Fleece Run Book XXVI (1998), Rocky Mountaineers Motorcycle Club, David Crawford (interview 5Jan24). 00261 Home: Albuquerque (Bernalillo County), New Mexico USA Status: Dissolved Founded: 1981 Panel History: Added in-person on June 13, 2025 at SouthEast LeatherFest 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia Links: N/A Other Details: Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT Latinos in Leather Latinos in Leather is a group that hopes to find and nurture friendships primarily with people that identify themselves as Latinos/Hispanos (or descendants) whether your primary language is Spanish or not and are currently living a Leather Journey or are interested in learning more about the Leather Lifestyle. We will post topics, discussions, Q&A, etc. in Spanish and English. In the spirit of Unity, We welcome anyone who is interested in sharing their Leather knowledge with us, anyone interested in having meaningful, positive, and respectful discussions about Leather history, old Guard, New Guard, What’s a Leather Person, etc. And is able to do so following the rules. Core values To live our Leather journey with Honor, Integrity, Respect, Courage and Service. Our vision To promote Unity in our community by acknowledging and respecting our individual Leather journeys, and by celebrating our diversity. To promote education by conducting research, engaging in discussions, and sharing relevant events. To share our knowledge with everyone that we meet in our journey. To serve and support our community as needed, (kinky and vanilla) by setting up fundraisers, participating in charities, collecting items for shelters, toys, etc. 00195 Home: Georgia USA Status: Active Founded: N/A Panel History: Added in-person at SouthEast LeatherFest 2023 on June 8-11, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Links: Fetlife Profile - Facebook - Website Other Details: N/A Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next

< BACK TO QUILT Denver Wrangler Denver Wrangler was a mainstay in the Denver LGBTQ community for over two decades. The Wrangler was a particularly popular spot for Denver's Bear population. In August 2016, it moved from it's longtime home Uptown to a new home in Five Points at 3090 Downing StreetSource, where it would exist until it closed on June 25, 2018. 00129 Home: Denver, Colorado USA Status: Dissolved - June 25, 2018 Founded: 1997 Panel History: N/A Links: Website, defunct - Remebering The Denver Wrangler Facebook - Twitter Other Details: Have details about this panel that are not listed? We need you! Email the Historian . Previous Next