Wisconsin dedicates first-ever LGBTQ historic landmark

On Monday, Aug. 5, Wisconsin will dedicate the first LGBTQ historic landmark in state history. The state landmark, sponsored by the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project, is also the first to honor a person of Black transgender experience.

Dr. Tatyana Moaton will serve as keynote speaker for the event, which will also include elected state and local officials, civic leaders, project volunteers, and musical accompaniment by the Milwaukee HandBell Ensemble..

...Numerous Downtown Milwaukee buildings and the Hoan Bridge will be illuminated in transgender pride colors on Monday, August 5, to raise visibility and awareness of the challenges this community still faces today. The Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project will sponsors all costs of illumination...