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“I found out about Stonewall when I was 16. I knew the history, which is amazing. If it wasn’t for that we probably wouldn’t be where we are today. So to go somewhere that you’ve heard and learned so much about and seen in films, it’s kinda…wow. It’s a very sublime moment for a gay man who’s been out for 20 years.”

Jason Brooks, Winchester, England

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“I like having a place for the girls to go. And people from everywhere, all over the world, of all ethnicities come and have fun. Straight, gay or bi, everyone’s welcome. I’ve met a lot of international people here—Dubai, Spain, Italy, Greece, Australia, London, you name it.”

Hana, Co-founder/Owner, girlNATIONnyc  

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Torch and Crown

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Downstairs bar 

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Clinton Hall 

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Kelly: “This is the gay church. This is where it all began, where Pride began. And this is where it lives. When marriage became legal in New York, the place went crazy. There were people all over outside. And standing at the door, a New York cop said congratulations and anything you want, just let me know. We’re here to help you.”

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“We’re the keepers of Stonewall history; that’s why we’re here. To bring out the history. To educate people. To educate youth, that the only reason they’re allowed to walk down the street and hold hands is because of what happened in 1969. A lot of them don’t realize that it was illegal to dance with the same sex.”

Kurt Kelly, Owner 

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Mel Dota, Bartender 

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The Monro Pub 

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Union Pool 

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Daniela Marelli, Rome, Italy

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Sixpoint Brewery

Dutch Kills Bar

William Vale Rooftop

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Kegs

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Village Vanguard

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Opened in 1935, the club has maintained its 130-seat-capacity basement—famous for its great sound, often credited to the room's triangular shape.

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Jackson Smith (far right) & Kevin Gamboa (second from right), Chicago, Illinois  

Smith: “As part of the younger generation of queer people, I feel like it’s very important to honor those who have come before us that have fought for our rights.” 

Gamboa: “Once we walked in, I just got chills all over and got kinda teary-eyed. It felt surreal being here.”

Raines Law Room Chelsea

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Once inside, you'll feel like you're in a Prohibition-era speakeasy, thanks to tin ceilings and booths with buzzers for the waitresses and bartenders.

Raines Law Room | Manhattan | Nightlife

Union Square

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Ring the doorbell to get into this cocktail bar that feels like a Prohibition-era speakeasy. The drinks are taken very seriously here; come early before the tables fill up.


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A Night at Ginger’s

Photographer Jeanette Spicer visits one of the City’s few remaining lesbian bars to capture its significance to the community.

A Night at the Stonewall Inn

Stonewall Inn

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Joao Santos, Ridgewood, Queens

Norma Alicea (left), Brooklyn & Maryann Tavarniti, Bayside, Queens  

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The Bell House

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Rumpus Room

An intimate nightclub with a long, storied history on the Lower East Side.

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An intimate nightclub with a long, storied history on the Lower East Side. 

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House of Yes

This performance and nightlife venue in Bushwick features some unique acts and unusual nights on the town.

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Union Pool

At Union Pool comfy banquettes surround a centrally located DJ booth, and everyone dances as though no one's watching.

Union Pool | Brooklyn | Nightlife

 Don&#39;t let the nondescript exterior turn you off.


Albatross Bar

A local LGBT pub with various theme nights and drag shows.

Albatross Bar | Nightlife 

A local LGBTQ+ neighborhood bar in Astoria. 

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Westlight

Rooftop bar and restaurant in Williamsburg with Manhattan skyline views.

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Rooftop bar and restaurant in Williamsburg with Manhattan skyline views.


The grassy, bucolic street-level entrance sets the mood; continue up to the Roof, a sleek outdoor terrace with great views, lounge areas and communal tables.

The Roof at the Public 

There’s a stunning, hip outdoor terrace at an Ian Schrager hotel.


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There’s a stunning, hip outdoor terrace at an Ian Schrager hotel.

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A classic leather and fetish bar for the queer community, known for its rooftop beer blasts too.

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Eagle

Whatever your kink, this fetish bar will satisfy with its array of beer blasts, foot-worship and leather soirees.

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Nowadays

Nowadays is a year-round indoor/outdoor dance club and bar located on the Bushwick/Ridgewood border, known for its daytime dance parties in the summer.

Nowadays | Bushwick Nightlife | NYC

An indoor/outdoor dance club and bar located on the Bushwick/Ridgewood border.

This indoor/outdoor dance club and bar is located on the Bushwick/Ridgewood border.

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