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Marchers at the 2014 Gay Pride Parade in Istanbul, Turkey. The pride march was banned in 2016.

The Changing Nature of Lubunca, Turkey's LGBTQ Slang

The language has long kept vulnerable groups protected, but is now being used for fun and visibility.

Pesha Magid September 15, 2017

Lord Byron, 1813

The Early Gay Rights Manifesto That Lord Byron (Probably) Didn't Write

In the 19th century, the poem "Don Leon" argued for British Parliament to drop the death penalty for homosexuality.

Michael Waters July 31, 2017

The Homomonument

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Homomonument

Three connected pink triangles memorialize persecuted gays and lesbians throughout history.

The Equality House before it was remodeled.

Equality House

A rainbow-colored house promotes LGBTQ rights across the street from the Westboro Baptist Church.

A Pride Month Playlist, Brought to You by the Jazz Age

"You go and give your girl a kiss in the hall / But instead you find you're kissing her brother Paul."

Michael Waters June 9, 2017

The envelope of one of the letters.

Found: Love Letters a WWII Soldier Wrote to His Boyfriend

Homosexuality was illegal at the time.

Sarah Laskow February 21, 2017

The Gay Bob doll in all his glory.

objects of intrigue

The Story Behind Gay Bob, the World's First Out-And-Proud Doll

He debuted in the '70s, to both acclaim and outrage.

Michael Waters January 10, 2017

At the Black Cat in 1958.

How One Activist Used Opera and Drag to Change American Politics Forever

Before Harvey Milk, there was José Sarria.

Michael Waters November 22, 2016

From left, clowns Marcelo, Trompo Trompito and Piskachin.

The Subversive, Non-Creepy Charm of Mexican Street Clowns

They are ubiquitous.

Jonathan Coumes November 9, 2016

The Lost Lesbian Bars of New Orleans

Bygone centers for activism, secret love, and glittery drag shows are being revived through story.

Natalie Zarrelli September 14, 2016

The Macaroni in 'Yankee Doodle' Is Not What You Think

Meet the stylish gender-role rebels of 1770s England.

Michael Waters August 24, 2016

The Incredible Chevalier d'Eon, Who Left France as a Male Spy and Returned as a Christian Woman

Celebrity, scandal, tell-all books, palace intrigue, political protest and more.

Linda Rodriguez McRobbie July 29, 2016

The Radical Plan to Turn One California Town into a Gay Utopia

In 1970, gay rights activists tried to take over Alpine County.

Michael Waters June 27, 2016

A Guide to Memorials and Vigils for the Orlando Massacre

Around the world, landmarks have turned rainbow.

Erik Shilling June 13, 2016

The Rainbow

Montreal, Québec

Beaudry Metro

Montreal's colorful subway station shows its support of the local LGBT+ community.

Destination Club

Destination Club

A progressive LGBTQ hub offers dancing, HIV testing, art, and more.

New Orleans, Louisiana

The Faerie Playhouse

A pink cottage covered in hearts served as a haven and a resting place for LGBTQ activists.

New York, New York

Keith Haring’s ‘Once Upon a Time’ Bathroom Mural

A masterpiece of LGBT art has been restored in what may now be the most valuable restroom in America.