Hanky Code Workshop

The Hanky Code is a visual system used primarily by gay men within the queer community to “flag” potential partners using a code of color and material signifiers worn in one’s back pocket. Boi Boy is taking over the planning room of PLUG Projects to present and discuss the history of the Hanky Code while encouraging its resurgence in queer culture. Participants will discuss the notion of queer identity, signaling within the queer community, and what it means to cruise in a digital age. During the discussion individuals will be led through a dying workshop to create a hankie that aligns with their sexual interest.

This workshop coincides with the one night only exhibition, “Select Username and Password,” opening at Front/Space, located at 217 W 18th St, Kansas City, MO 64108 on June 2nd. A collaboration between Blair Schulman and Boi Boy, including works by Kevin Heckart and Matthew Johnson, the exhibition kicks off Pride Month by exploring the history of cruising from the park to iPhone.

Boi Boy would like to, “encourage our community to come out of the digital closet, reflect on our history and have a fun time dying some hankies.” Come join us a PLUG Projects from 3-4pm for a happy hour of fun!

*Please note that because of mature content the hanky code workshop is recommended for ages 18+