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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.

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

Description

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.

Includes

90-minute walking tour

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund