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Step back in time and walk through the vibrant, groundbreaking, and often tumultuous history of LGBTQ+ life in Washington, D.C. This guided walking tour will take you through the city's historic gay neighborhoods, iconic bars, and legendary clubs that have been central to the evolution of LGBTQ+ culture and activism. From the early days of covert gatherings to the origins of D.C.'s Pride celebrations, you'll learn about the individuals and places that paved the way for the vibrant LGBTQ+ community we know today.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet you guide in front of The Fireplace bar on the corner of P Street NW and 22nd Street NW
End on 17th Street near Annie's Paramount near sever great restaurants and bars.
Itinerary
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1
Get a feel for what the Dupont neighborhood was like from the 70s to today as you learn about the oldest Gay bar in DC, The Fireplace Bar, and hear real stories from the lives of those that frequented the area. Discover the locations of legendary bars and clubs long gone like the Omega and Badlands.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Discover historic locations like where Lambda Rising held the first DC Gay Pride event in 1975, and learn about early drag shows in DC, and the LGBTQ+ political activism that was carried out in the nations capital typically centered around the DuPont neighborhood.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Learn the story of DC's Gay Main Street and the work of activist Frank Kameny for which its named. Hear the history of JR's bar and its connection to nearby Annie's Paramount and hear the story of the first High Heel Drag Race in DC.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Walk the path of the first High Heel race and visit the historic Annie's Paramount Steak House which opened in 1948 and has a long history of inclusion. Visit the upstairs bar the High Heel race ran to and from.
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces 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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 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 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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