A free virtual talk with The Lesbian Bar Project and the NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project
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In the 1980s, there were roughly 200 lesbian bars in the United States. In 2022, there are fewer than 25. In New York City, only 3 bars catering to a lesbian and queer women clientele are in operation (a fourth, Bum Bum Bar, in Queens, closed as recently as 2018). Lesbian bars are much more than spaces for drinking and socializing – their very existence has been and continues to be a political act.

The NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project is pleased to partner with The Lesbian Bar Project to host a virtual talk-back for the Roku-produced series of the same name. Directed by Erica Rose and Elina Street, "The Lesbian Bar Project,” is a three-episode docuseries telling the lively and powerful stories of different lesbian bar owners and patrons in Houston, Phoenix, and New York City. Stream episode 3, “New York,” and then join us for a talk-back with the directors and special guests Cassandra Grant, activist and original board member of The Salsa Soul Sisters; and author Jack Jen Giesling.

Please note that we will not be watching the full "New York" episode during the program, and all are welcome to attend even if they haven't yet watched (though we encourage you to do so if you are able!). Watch "The Lesbian Bar Project,” for free on The Roku Channel (Roku device/subscription not required; watch on the Roku app via your web browser).

About the NYC LGBT Historic Site Project

The NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project is a nonprofit cultural initiative and educational resource that is making an invisible history visible by documenting extant historic and cultural sites associated with the LGBT community throughout New York City. For more, visit www.nyclgbtsites.org, or follow on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.