32. Over The Rainbow: A Queer Feminist History Tour

Over The Rainbow: A Queer Feminist History Tour

Tour description:

Explore feminist history through a queer lens in the nation’s capital. Explore how Washington, DC has been a pivotal location for the LGBTQ+ community to advocate for equal rights, express non-conforming views and enact policy to protect civil rights. Walk with your licensed professional tour guide throughout the Downtown DC neighborhood that is rich with theaters, street art and historic venues. Hear about Dr. Mary Edward Walker and her scandalous decision to wear pants! Learn which of America's first ladies attempted to break away from secret service and escape the White House in search of a rainbow. Meet Princess We’wha who identifies as "Two Spirit" in the Zuni culture. Revisit iconic DC sites with a fresh perspective, adding a splash of color to those old black and white stories.

Tour Guide: Rebecca Fachner; DC tour guide, historian and co-host of the Tour Guide Tell All Podcast

Ward: 2

TOUR INFORMATION:

Tour Starting Location:

Farragut Square

912 17th Street, NW, Washington, DC 20006

Meet at the Statue of Admiral Farragut

· Closest Metro or Bus Line: This location is accessible by the Farragut North metro station on the red line as well as the Farragut West metro station on silver, blue, and orange. There are several bus lines that access the square as well.

· Tour Ending Location: National Portrait Gallery

· Tour Length: 2 hours

· Tour Distance: 1 miles

· Fitness Level: Low Level (slow walking, flat terrain)

· Audio Enhancer: Yes

· ASL: No

· Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

· Stroller Accessible: Yes

Host or Publisher Events DC