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Philly Proud: LGBT History Tour
May 25-September 3, 2012
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Tour starts from OUTSIDE the Public Ledger Building at the corner of 6th and Chestnut St. Space is limited so please reserve! https://citybyfoot.checkfront.com/reserve/?category_id=4. Look for your guide with Free Tours by Foot logo.
It's the city of Brotherly (and Sisterly) Love and Free Tours is proud to take you on a two hour tour of the rich and colorful history of the LGBT community of Philly, with special thanks to Thom Nichols, Bob Skiba and William Way. This tour goes beyond the bars to uncover the choirs, the clubs, the bookstores - the whole thriving community that contributes to the fabric of the city.
Join Free Tours by Foot on this two-hour tour from the Historic District into the fabulous Mid-town Village, lovingly referred to as the Gayborhood! Hear stories of community, of protest, uprisings, secret clubs, and notable historic figures of the LGBT community as it grew and continues to thrive in the birth place of this nation.
Sights and stories covered on the tour:
Independence Hall Park, The Bike Shop, The 12th Street Gym, Giovanni's Room Book Shop, Halloween, Camac Street, Woody's, William Way Community Center, and much more!
*Please note that some topics are sensitive and we recommend that you use discretion when booking with young children.
Tours so hip, we know you’ll tip!
For more info, please visit http://www.freetoursbyfoot.com/philadelphia/lgbt-tour.asp or call 267-712-9512.
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Venue Info
Public Ledger Building
600 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106 -
Admission Info
Tickets:
FREE!
Guides work exclusively for tips or gratuities.
Info Phone: 267-712-9512
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Dates & Times
Dates:
May 25-September 3, 2012Times:
Every First and Third Sunday, 2-4 pm
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Accessibility Info
Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.
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