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Join us on our Village Pride Walking Tour! On this tour around Greenwich Village, we will visit historic sites where revolutions began, riots were sparked, and history was made.
We will see common threads within the LGBTQ+ generations who have lived life in New York City, sharing their stories throughout the tour. You’ll also learn more about individual stories of Queer activists and the major political and social movements that have shaped the LGBTQ+ community over time.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
McCarthy Square is located across from Morandi restaurant (211 Waverly Pl). You know you're in the right place when you see all the birdhouses! Your tour guide will be carrying an orange binder.
We will end at the LGBT Community Center, with time to view an original Keith Haring Mural and browse an LGBTQ+-owned bookshop.
Itinerary
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Hear the story of the 1966 “Sip-In” organized by the Mattachine Society, a pivotal pre-Stonewall protest for LGBTQ+ rights.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Learn about the former site of the first LGBTQ+ bookstore on the east coast, marked by its historical significance and connection to LGBTQ+ literature.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Visitors will be able to see Gay Street, take photos, and learn the history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Learn more about the original 1978 Gilbert Baker rainbow flag and its enduring role as a symbol of pride and resistance.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5The Stonewall Inn
Hear firsthand accounts and stories of the Stonewall Riots of 1969, its key figures, and its lasting global impact.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Explore curated exhibits and understand how this space preserves and honors LGBTQ+ history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Reflect on the monument’s meaning, its dedication in 1992, and how public art helps preserve LGBTQ+ stories.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Visit Manhattan's LGBT Community Center to explore rotating art and history displays, learn about the Center’s role in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, and discover how it continues to support the community through programs and events.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Learn about the history of the NYC AIDS memorial and AIDS activism that started in NYC and started a global movement.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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