All posts tagged "lgbtq history"
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From the Archives: A 1997 Q&A With the D.C. Eagle’s Dick McHugh
In 1997, Dick McHugh reflected on leather culture, nightlife, and the early history of one of Washington’s most storied gay leather bars.
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Jason Elliott on His Year as Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather
The Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather 2025 winner opens up about faith, identity, and a year that changed his life.
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The History of the Hanky Code
Once a discreet language of desire, the hanky code has evolved into a lasting symbol of queer identity and culture.
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Mamdani Vows to Make New York a Trans Sanctuary City
The mayoral hopeful’s new ad honors trans icon Sylvia Rivera and promises protection, housing, and care for trans New Yorkers.
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Eartha Kitt, Unfiltered: The 1996 Metro Weekly Interview
Republished in full, our 1996 interview with Eartha Kitt captures her candid views on Hollywood, activism, Catwoman, and LGBTQ legacy.
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Park Service Erased “Bisexual” from Stonewall Monument, Then Reversed Course
Critics say the erasure -- later reversed -- shows the Trump administration won’t stop at just targeting transgender identity.
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Why Brokeback Mountain Still Breaks Our Hearts
Why we just can't quit Ang Lee's masterpiece.
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Review: Sally Captures the Brilliance and Burden of Sally Ride
National Geographic’s Sally Ride documentary tells the story of America’s first woman in space — and the hidden love she kept secret for decades.
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Transgender Flags Banned at Stonewall Monument
The National Park Service has barred transgender and Progress Pride flags from display at the Stonewall National Monument.
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WorldPride Voices: “We’re Here. We Won’t Be Erased.”
WorldPride participants share why Pride still matters, what issues drive them, and why visibility remains vital in today’s political climate.
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How Rehoboth Beach Turned Gay
James Sears examines the evolution of Rehoboth Beach and how the resort town's forged its strong Queer identity
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Miami-Dade School Board Rejects LGBTQ History Month
Dozens of Christians flooded the meeting, claiming that recognizing LGBTQ History Month violates their parental rights and religious beliefs.
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The Success Story of The Little Gay Pub: From D.C. to Philadelphia
The owners of D.C.'s popular Little Gay Pub reflect on their success and share their vision for their new venue in Philadelphia.
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Bills to Create a National LGBTQ+ Museum Introduced in Congress
A U.S. Congressman has introduced a pair of bills to begin the process of creating a National Museum of American LGBTQ+ History and Culture. The...
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Americans Divided on Including LGBTQ Topics in Classroom Instruction
A recent national tracking poll find Americans overwhelmingly support teaching sexual education in schools, but are divided when it comes to the discussion of LGBTQ-related...
