Authentic vintage late-1980s/early-1990s ACT UP Los Angeles t-shirt, representing one of the most iconic grassroots activist movements in American history — the AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power (ACT UP).
This striking black shirt features the bold “ACT UP / LOS ANGELES” design printed in gold, symbolizing visibility, strength, and resistance during the peak of the AIDS crisis.
• Design: Gold block “ACT UP / LOS ANGELES” graphic on black
• Era: Circa 1988–1992
• Tag: Fruit of the Loom – Made in U.S.A. (red double-stripe 80s/90s tag)
• Material: 100% preshrunk cotton
• Stitching: Single stitch sleeves and hem (period-correct)
• Condition: Excellent vintage wear — soft, clean, and naturally aged with strong print
• Provenance: From the personal collection of Jim Fouratt, legendary NYC activist, Danceteria co-founder, and LGBTQ+ rights advocate closely aligned with the ACT UP movement and early AIDS activism.
A genuine artifact of queer resistance — wearable protest history from an era that defined courage, community, and defiance.
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💰 Estimated Value
• Vintage ACT UP tees (NYC/LA chapters): $250–$400
• LA gold variant, with provenance: $400–$600+ depending on buyer (museum-level collectible)