Back in 1776, the land that would become South Florida wasn’t fighting for independence. In fact, our state capital was literally setting the Founding Fathers on fire.
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BLK magazine was the first Black gay magazine in America. All 41 issues are archived at the African-American Research Library on Sistrunk Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Most people in South Florida have no idea.Continue Reading
The Stonewall Riots in 1969 sparked a transformative ripple effect across the U.S., eventually reaching South Florida. Initially, Broward County ignored the LGBTQ+ community, but activism led to the establishment of Wilton Drive as a vibrant hub. Past struggles, including police raids, shaped today’s inclusive culture in Wilton Manors.Continue Reading