Meet Michael.
Michael Venturiello is a historian, educator, writer, and queer storyteller dedicated to sharing LGBTQ+ history and empowering audiences to create positive social change.
As the founder of Christopher Street Tours, Michael has spent years collecting and sharing LGBTQ+ stories. He has been recognized by FindSpark as one of the Top LGBTQ+ Influencers & Thought Leaders Transforming the Workplace Through Innovation and Impact and Block Star of the Village by Schneps Media.
Michael has spoken at schools, corporations, and organizations across the globe, with his work featured in Time Out, National Geographic Travel, and Attitude Magazine. Through keynotes, workshops, and interactive experiences, he helps audiences honor the past, celebrate the present, and imagine a more inclusive future.
LGBTQ+ history is being made every single day. In a world where queer history is often erased or rewritten, sharing and uplifting it is an act of resilience, strength, and courage. Seeing ourselves reflected in history gives us the tools to continue paving the way forward. Stories teach us how past generations created change, and inspire us to do the same.
Queer stories foster empathy, galvanize change, and spark action.They connect us across generations, offering a mirror to see ourselves and a window to understand others. When we tell our stories, we claim our space in history. We remind the world, and ourselves, that queer people have always been here, and we will continue to pave the way forward.
How it works
What I believe in:
Community.
For generations, stories have brought people together. In queer communities, especially, stories remind us that we are not alone. It’s through storytelling that community is built, bringing people together to find commonalities in all moments.
Education.
Queer history is often left untold, yet it’s essential to understanding who we are and where we come from. By learning our collective past, we feel empowered to follow in their footsteps.
Advocacy.
Storytelling changes hearts, minds, and institutions. In a world where queer history is being erased or rewritten, sharing historically accurate and inspiring queer stories is an act of resistance.
Representation.
Everyone deserves to be seen and heard. Representation is life-saving and life-changing. Seeing ourselves represented in queer history tells us that we’ve been here before, and we will always be here, continuing to pave the way forward.
Spark action
with queer stories.
Inspiring messages, bold ideas, and lasting change. Ready to get started?