In 1978, Gilbert Baker, an openly gay man, designed the first rainbow flag to represent the gay community at the request of San Francisco-based politician Harvey Milk, the first openly gay official elected to office. – Gilbert Baker, Creator of the Pride flag This was our new revolution-a tribal, individualistic, and collective vision. Here, we dive into the history of the Pride flag, what it stands for today, and how contributors and customers can incorporate Pride visuals in a respectful and ethical way.Īs a community, both local and international, gay people were in the midst of an upheaval, a battle for equal rights, a shift in status where we were now demanding power, taking it. How did the rainbow-colored Pride flag become a universal symbol of gay pride, queer love, inclusivity, and tolerance? A flag really fit that mission, because that’s a way of proclaiming your visibility or saying, “This is who I am!” – Gilbert Baker, Creator of the Pride flag
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Our job as gay people was to come out, to be visible, to live in the truth. Nookies: Open 24 hours on Fridays and Saturdays, and until midnight during the rest of the week, this classic Boystown diner serves traditional American fare like burgers, cheesesteaks, and French toast.Celebrate Pride Month with a look at the most colorful symbol in LGBTQIA+ history and its changing role in how the community sees itself.On Fridays and Saturdays, the restaurant stays open until midnight. The kitchen turns out commendable international fare and many of the glamorous staffers dress in drag. Kit Kat Lounge and Supper Club: One of Lakeview's swankier mixed gay-straight lounges and eateries, Kit Kat is a retro-hip hangout.The casual spot with a cheery patio out back has long been a friend to Chicago's LGBT community and stays open until 11 p.m. Chicago Diner: Since 1983, this old-school diner has been serving an entirely vegetarian menu, including some highly inventive fare that even meat-lovers rave about.Lark: The trendy and inviting neighborhood bistro is a rustic-chic space that has cultivated a strong happy hour following and also stays open for post-midnight nibbles on Friday and Saturday nights.
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It's a relatively intimate space as far as Boystown dance clubs go, but that makes it all the more fun when you want to get closer to someone. Scarlet: This cosmopolitan, upscale gay lounge and dance club is known for its dandy drink specials and sleek decor.Mostly, it's simply a pulsing venue for dancing to some of the best music in the neighborhood. Hydrate: This eclectic dance club has earned a loyal following for its imaginative theme nights and occasional lube-wrestling competitions.The bar serves exceptional craft cocktails and boasts a nice selection of craft beers. The name is meant to evoke the idea that the LGBT community has come a long way toward being inclusive and all-welcoming, and indeed, the crowd is fairly mixed. Progress Bar: A swanky nightspot with a fanciful, eye-catching "cloud" ceiling, this bar draws in the well-dressed bunch.
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Berlin: A friendly dance club on the busy Belmont Avenue, Berlin has been a gay nightlife mainstay in Chicago for many years, its success due largely to its come-one-come-all vibe.