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· Mar 19
In the mid-1970s, when Lilli Vincenz’s monthly Gay Women’s Open House needed a contact person for women of color, Colevia Carter came forward. She chaired the Sapphire Sapphos's political action committee and was involved with the LGBT Third World Conference held at Howard University in 1979.
On April 17, 1965, the Mattachine Society of Washington (MSW) held the nation’s first organized gay rights picket at the White House.
Join Rainbow History Project and Paul K. this Thursday, April 17th from 4:15 - 5:15pm at The White House. 🏳️🌈
Join Rainbow History Project and Paul K. this Thursday, April 17th from 4:15 - 5:15pm at The White House. 🏳️🌈
April 14, 2025 at 6:04 PM
On April 17, 1965, the Mattachine Society of Washington (MSW) held the nation’s first organized gay rights picket at the White House.
Join Rainbow History Project and Paul K. this Thursday, April 17th from 4:15 - 5:15pm at The White House. 🏳️🌈
Join Rainbow History Project and Paul K. this Thursday, April 17th from 4:15 - 5:15pm at The White House. 🏳️🌈
March 31st marks an important day in queer history serving as Transgender Day of Visibility. 2009 was the first year the world started observing this day, and it is crucial to keep celebrating to create a world where all trans people feel safe, loved, and protected.
#TransgenderDayofVisibility
#TransgenderDayofVisibility
March 31, 2025 at 4:23 PM
March 31st marks an important day in queer history serving as Transgender Day of Visibility. 2009 was the first year the world started observing this day, and it is crucial to keep celebrating to create a world where all trans people feel safe, loved, and protected.
#TransgenderDayofVisibility
#TransgenderDayofVisibility
For over two decades Letitia “Leti” Gomez has created support organizations and established a political role for Latino/a gays & lesbians in DC. Gomez is known for her health care advocacy for lesbians and her involvement in providing community support and education on HIV/AIDS.
March 23, 2025 at 1:37 AM
For over two decades Letitia “Leti” Gomez has created support organizations and established a political role for Latino/a gays & lesbians in DC. Gomez is known for her health care advocacy for lesbians and her involvement in providing community support and education on HIV/AIDS.
Have you donated to our WorldPride history exhibit yet? Donate to support queer history!
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Donate to Support Rainbow History Project's Pride Exhibit, organized by Rainbow History Project
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March 19, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Have you donated to our WorldPride history exhibit yet? Donate to support queer history!
www.gofundme.com/f/support-ra...
www.gofundme.com/f/support-ra...
In the mid-1970s, when Lilli Vincenz’s monthly Gay Women’s Open House needed a contact person for women of color, Colevia Carter came forward. She chaired the Sapphire Sapphos's political action committee and was involved with the LGBT Third World Conference held at Howard University in 1979.
March 19, 2025 at 3:13 PM
In the mid-1970s, when Lilli Vincenz’s monthly Gay Women’s Open House needed a contact person for women of color, Colevia Carter came forward. She chaired the Sapphire Sapphos's political action committee and was involved with the LGBT Third World Conference held at Howard University in 1979.
@capitalpridedc.bsky.social is holding “An Evening with LGBTQ + Heroes" on March 4 at 7 p.m. Check out the link for the event featuring some panelists who'll share their history and thoughts on what pride means! Hope to see you there!
February 27, 2025 at 9:55 PM
@capitalpridedc.bsky.social is holding “An Evening with LGBTQ + Heroes" on March 4 at 7 p.m. Check out the link for the event featuring some panelists who'll share their history and thoughts on what pride means! Hope to see you there!
From Bayard Rustin to Marsha P. Johnson, Black LGBTQ+ leaders have continued to shape our history. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we share their stories. Today, we honor Sheila Alexander-Reid, a vanguard in her own right!
February 3, 2025 at 6:11 PM
From Bayard Rustin to Marsha P. Johnson, Black LGBTQ+ leaders have continued to shape our history. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we share their stories. Today, we honor Sheila Alexander-Reid, a vanguard in her own right!
JOB ALERT: The Rainbow History Project is seeking a (paid!) Project Manager to oversee the development and distribution of DC’s first LGBTQ+ history curriculum from January to September 2025. Learn more and apply here: rainbowhistory.org/get-involved/
Get Involved | Rainbow History - Collecting, preserving, and promoting LGBTQ history in Washington D.C.
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January 29, 2025 at 2:59 AM
JOB ALERT: The Rainbow History Project is seeking a (paid!) Project Manager to oversee the development and distribution of DC’s first LGBTQ+ history curriculum from January to September 2025. Learn more and apply here: rainbowhistory.org/get-involved/
As we reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this month, we're reminded of his profound impact on civil rights and justice, which continues to inspire the fight for LGBTQ+ equality today. 🧵
January 28, 2025 at 5:36 AM
As we reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this month, we're reminded of his profound impact on civil rights and justice, which continues to inspire the fight for LGBTQ+ equality today. 🧵