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Get ready to commemorate the historic Stonewall Riots on June 28! This day marks the anniversary of the uprising that took place in 1969 at the Stonewall Inn in New York City, a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and equality. The brave actions of those involved sparked a movement that continues to this day. Celebrations range from parades and rallies to educational events and parties, all aimed at honoring the struggles and successes of the LGBTQ+ community. It's a time to come together, show support, and celebrate diversity and love in all its forms.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1969</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stonewall Riots Begin</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stonewall Riots started on June 28, 1969, when LGBTQ+ patrons of the Stonewall Inn in New York City, tired of ongoing police harassment, rose up in protest.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First PRIDE March</div><div class='timeline-text'>One year after the Stonewall Riots, the first LGBTQ+ Pride March took place in New York City on June 28, 1970, marking a significant step in the fight for equal rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1999</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stonewall Inn Becomes Landmark</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Stonewall Inn was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1999 by the U.S. Department of Interior, recognizing its pivotal role in LGBTQ+ history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Stonewall Riots Recognized Nationally</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. President Bill Clinton declares June as "Gay & Lesbian Pride Month" in 2000, honoring the Stonewall Riots and acknowledging the struggle for LGBTQ+ rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Monument</div><div class='timeline-text'>President Barack Obama designated the site of the riots—Stonewall Inn, Christopher Park, and the surrounding streets and sidewalks—as a national monument in 2016.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a Pride Parade</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join the celebration by attending a Pride parade in your local area. Show your support for the LGBTQ+ community and remember the sacrifices made at the Stonewall Riots.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about the history of the Stonewall Riots and its significance in the LGBTQ+ rights movement. There are many documentaries, books, and online resources available.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and watch a movie that highlights the struggles and triumphs of the LGBTQ+ community. This can also be a great opportunity for discussion and reflection.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support LGBTQ+ businesses</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your support for the LGBTQ+ community by shopping at and promoting businesses owned by members of the community. This is a great way to celebrate their resilience and success.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a LGBTQ+ organization</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Give back to the community by volunteering at a LGBTQ+ organization or charity. You can also donate to organizations that support LGBTQ+ rights and equality.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It commemorates a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Stonewall Riots, also known as the Stonewall Uprising, were a series of protests and demonstrations by members of the LGBTQ+ community against police raids at the Stonewall Inn in New York City. This event is widely considered to be the birth of the modern gay rights movement and has had a significant impact on advancing LGBTQ+ rights.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It serves as a reminder of ongoing struggles for equality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While the Stonewall Riots were a catalyst for change, there is still much progress to be made in terms of LGBTQ+ rights. By commemorating this day, we are reminded of the ongoing struggles and injustices faced by the LGBTQ+ community and can continue to work towards creating a more inclusive and accepting society.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates unity and resilience within the LGBTQ+ community</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The Stonewall Riots were a result of the LGBTQ+ community coming together in solidarity to fight against discrimination and oppression. By honoring this important anniversary, we celebrate the strength and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community and remind ourselves that as a united force, we can create real change.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Stonewall Inn Was Not The Original Scene for LGBTQ+ Activism</h3><p class='facts-content'>Before the famous Stonewall riots, there were other significant events advocating for LGBTQ+ rights such as the Compton's Cafeteria riots in 1966.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Stonewall Inn was Originally a Tea Room</h3><p class='facts-content'>Before its pivotal role in the 1969 riots, Stonewall Inn began as a tea room in the 1930s, then was a restaurant, and finally became a gay bar in 1967.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Stonewall Inn Was Owned by the Mafia</h3><p class='facts-content'>At the time of the riots, The Stonewall Inn was actually owned by members of the Mafia, more specifically by The Genovese crime family who bought it in 1966.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A Transgender Woman Threw The First Brick In The Riots</h3><p class='facts-content'>Contrary to popular belief, it wasn't a gay man but Marsha P. Johnson, a transgender woman of colour, who is often credited with throwing the first brick at the Stonewall Riots.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Stonewall wasn't Recognized Officially Until 1999</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite the riot's significance in the fight for gay rights, it took 30 years for Stonewall to be recognized officially as a National Historic Landmark.</p></div></div>
The Stonewall Riots Anniversary is celebrated on June 28th every year. In 2024, the anniversary will occur on a Friday.
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