# Quist - Today in LGBTQ History

> Daily LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS history events with multimedia resources. (iPhone/iPad app by The Communicationist, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quist-today-in-lgbtq-history/id665684647 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Communicationist, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/665684750)
- Category: Reference, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 97 App Store ratings · 51 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2013-07-17
- Data updated: 2026-06-08
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quist-today-in-lgbtq-history/id665684647/reviews.md

## What is Quist?

The Quist app displays the events in LGBTQ and HIV/AIDS history that happened on today's date in past years. We're bringing gay history, lesbian history, bisexual history, transgender history, and HIV history to the world to a new way.

Some Quist events are related to the LGBT community’s contributions to society, some illustrate how gender fluidity and same-sex relationships were treated throughout time, and some honor the sacrifices of the LGBTQ people who have advanced the cause. 

Each GLBT history event has a description and image along with links to more information, links to related videos, and links to related products (books, CDs, DVDs). 

You can sort and search Quist events by country, U.S. state, month and day, year, or keyword.

Quist has been featured on the Huffington Post, Buzzfeed, The List on ABC2, the Michelangelo Signorile Show on Sirius XM Progress, HuffPost Live, Queerty, Towleroad, Joe.My.God., and many more. It has been downloaded 17,000 times in less than a year.

Historical content is now available in the language of the country where it happened (in addition to English).

## Key features

- Daily LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS history events
- Detailed event descriptions and images
- Links to more information, videos, and related products
- Search and sort by country, state, date, or keyword
- Multilingual historical content
- Featured on major media outlets

## Recent user reviews (10 of 51)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/quist-today-in-lgbtq-history/id665684647/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not working

*2025-08-29, version 2.0*

Downloaded but could not open the app

### 4/5 — Still Got It

*2024-08-17, version 2.0*

This is still provides excellent content. I check it every day as part of my morning routine. I wish the app itself were maintained. It keeps saying it can’t update itself.

### 5/5 — Absolutely phenomenal

*2023-12-09, version 2.0*

I absolutely love this app. It’s a very basic app, don’t expect anything fancy. I heard about this app from a podcast, and this is going to be a must have for anyone wanting to incorporate more lgbt history into their daily life.

### 1/5 — Nice idea if it would work

*2023-04-04, version 2.0*

I downloaded/deleted app twice and it said there was a problem updating. The first time I did not allow location services so the second time I did, but to no avail. Some buttons won’t actuate and other times I circle through the same screens about receiving notifications. I’m glad I didn’t donate a dollar towards the app although I believe that would have been so glitchy it would not have worked anyways. Site had links to some interesting products but then you can navigate back to the site.

### 5/5 — Informative

*2022-09-04, version 2.0*

This app has been a prime source for keeping me linked to our rich and diverse LGBT history. The content is vast and provides pertinent insights into our marginalized existence. We are fierce and creative, and our influences significantly impact the planet.

### 3/5 — Amazing idea, awful presentation.

*2022-07-12, version 2.0*

I love the history and gathering of information, but the app severely lacks the ability to present it in a good way. The layout is awful with constant broken elements and pop up’s. It desperately needs a redesign.

### 5/5 — Community

*2021-06-20, version 2.0*

I love this app so much! It gives me a sense of community every single day and that makes me feel so good and connected! I am so pleased to know this app exists!

### 5/5 — Queer his/ her/their story at my fingertips

*2021-03-09, version 2.0*

I love this app! It makes me feel that everyday is queerstory day. It’s wonderful that you can check in on the fun fact level or take a deeper dive into learning. Thanks do much for creating this!

### 5/5 — Great conversation starry

*2019-02-11, version 2.0*

We use this as a very popular topic inspiration at meetings of our middle school queer/straight alliance.

### 5/5 — Fantastic history app

*2018-10-09, version 2.0*

Awesome content and a fantastic way to learn more about LGBTQ2+ world history.

## Frequently asked questions about Quist

### What does the Quist app do?

The Quist app presents historical events related to LGBTQ+ and HIV/AIDS that occurred on the current date in past years. It aims to educate users about the community's contributions, societal treatment over time, and the sacrifices made by individuals who advanced the cause.

### What kind of historical content is available?

The app features historical events with detailed descriptions and images. It also provides links to additional information, related videos, and relevant products such as books, CDs, and DVDs. Content covers LGBT community contributions, gender fluidity, same-sex relationships, and honors sacrifices.

### Is the historical content available in multiple languages?

Yes, the historical content is now available in the language of the country where the event happened, in addition to English. This allows for a more localized and accessible learning experience for users worldwide.

### How can I find specific historical events?

You can easily sort and search Quist events by various criteria. This includes filtering by country, U.S. state, month and day, year, or by using specific keywords to find the information you are looking for.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, with the option for in-app purchases. This model allows users to access the core historical content for free while offering additional value through optional purchases.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2015-06-25

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

A map related to LGBTQ history, notifications, language translations, and more.

### 1.2 — 2013-10-09

New search feature, which allows you to search by date, location, or keyword.  Now you can search directly within the app by year, decade, or century.  Or search by a particular month or date.

### 1.1.0 — 2013-07-17

No release notes.

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