You've always been in good company.

Queer Mercantile | Est. 2019 : Curated History, Home & Heart.

“Words From Our Community”

“The piece is simply beautiful. I wanted a visual representation of what I desire and this beautiful art has given me the inspiration I needed. Can’t wait to share it with my future husband.”

— Terrence, Etsy Customer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Why Walt & Pete® Exists


Walt & Pete® celebrates male queer history through art, storytelling, and preservation. Devoted to the legacy of Walt Whitman and Peter Doyle, this collection honors the love, resilience, and success that have always existed within our community. It is dedicated to Our Love, Our Story & Our History.

"You've always been in good company."

Jake Smith | Founder & Archivist

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Curated Objects of Memory, Meaning, and Resistance.

The Ephemera of Us


Preservation Is an Act of Resistance

The Vintage Photo Collection is one of the largest online archives of colorized and restored queer vintage photography. These portraits reclaim same-sex love from the margins of history—tearing down the secrecy and shame once imposed on LGBTQ+ lives. Each image affirms that queer connection is not new, deviant, or hidden—it’s always been here: tender, courageous, and deeply human. This collection doesn’t just preserve memories; it restores dignity, challenges erasure, and invites us to see love as it truly was—and still is.

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Explore the Archive | Available in Framed Matte Canvas or Special Order German Etching Hahnemuhle Paper Giclée Prints