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LGBTQ Activism in Seattle History Project

Here are brief descriptions of many of Seattle's LGBTQ civil rights organizations, listed according to the decade of their founding. Kevin McKenna is storyteller and section coordinator.

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The Dorian Society

The Dorian Society was the first and only homophile organization in Seattle, officially founded in University of Washington Professor of Neighboring Eastern Languages and Cultures Nicholas Heer served as the first president. Heer had been active in the homophile movement in Boston before moving to Seattle. The Dorian Society’s membership was predominantly middle-class white men. The Dorian Society targeted heterosexual allies by portraying homosexuals as respectable citizens. While advocating the repeal of Washington State’s anti-sodomy law and increased services for homosexuals, Dorian Society members also encouraged members of the gay community to deeds themselves responsibly in universal. In , the corporation established a “Dorian House” on Capitol Hill, which was the first same-sex attracted institution in Seattle that

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LGBTQ+ Support Groups in Seattle, WA

Currently on hold. Please reach out if you are interested. Why are queer men hyper-focused on body image? Our current culture is filled with factors that can contribute to the dissatisfaction of not only our bodies, but also those around us. Welcome to Swagger, a 6-week queer men’s process group to search your relationship with your body: how you perceive it, how it is to live in it, and what it feels like to be truly seen, all while functional towards nurturing peace with the body we have.

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Currently on hold. Please reach out if you are interested. Why are queer men hyper-focused on body image? Our current culture is filled with factors that can contribute to the dissatisfaction of not only our bodies, but also those around us. Welcome to Swagger, a 6-week queer men’s process community to explore your partnership with your body: how you perceive it, how it is to inhabit in it, and what it feels like to be truly seen, all while working towards nurturing peace with the body we have.

This online organization is for adults who feel like they don't quite belong in linear or queer spaces, to explore the issues uniq

Rainbow Center

Tacoma Pride Festival Returns to Wright Park on July 12,

The Rainbow Center is thrilled to announce that the Tacoma Pride Festival will come back to Wright Park on Saturday, July 12, !

As Tacoma Pride has grown over the years, so has the need for a larger venue. After thoughtful consideration and collaboration, we’re proud to companion with Metro Parks Tacoma to bring the festival back to the park where it all began. We’re deeply grateful to Metro Parks for their support in helping us make this beloved collective event more accessible, inclusive, and vibrant than ever.

Get Involved with Tacoma Pride

We’re already gearing up behind the scenes—and we’d devote for you to link us. Here’s how you can get involved:

Booth Applications
Booth applications have been extended until Wednesday, May 21st! Apply here:
Questions? Email us at vendors@

Entertainment Opportunities
Are you a local artist, drag artist, or actor based in Washington State? We’re actively booking talent for this year’s event. If you’d like to be considered, please occupy out this form before Friday, May 30th:

Sponsorships
Support Tacoma Pride by becoming a sponsor! We give sponsorship oppor