Philadelphia: Gayborhood LGBTQ History Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG414741-752185
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Explore Philadelphia's Gayborhood on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city's LGBTQ spaces and the LGBTQ icons that have shaped the city of Philadelphia.
Discover queer Philly with a local guide on a walking tour. Stroll through Midtown Village, Philadelphia's Gayborhood, and hear about the many historical figures from Philly who have helped make the country a safer space for the LGBTQ community.
Begin your tour with a historical journey through the evolution of Pride and how it has changed over the years from a protest to a parade. Continue walking through the Gayborhood and hear about Kyoshi Kuromiya, a famous inventor, architect, and activist.
Visit Philly AIDS Thrift at Giovanni's Room, the nation's longest continuously-operating LGBT-focused bookstore. Learn about its fascinating history and many owners. As you continue through the neighborhood, hear about Barbara Gittings, an LGBTQ pioneer from Philadelphia.
Finish your tour with a discussion about the history of racism in the Gayborhood and a tribute to Gloria Casarez, Philadelphia's first director of LGBT Affairs.
Highlights
- Connect with famous LGBTQ pioneers from Philadelphia's iconic Gayborhood
- Explore Giovanni's Room, America's oldest continuously running LGBTQ Bookstore
- Hear about the legacy of prominent queer leaders throughout American history
- See murals of LGBTQ leaders, including Gloria Casarez, director of LGBT Affairs
- Learn about the evolution of Pride, from its origins as a protest for rights
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Meet on the corner outside of Bud & Marilyn's.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
