Philadelphia Plans First Queer Women's Sports Bar Named for Marsha Johnson

Christopher Street Pier in New York City remains a vital and historic gathering spot for the queer community, featuring several memorials honoring LGBTQ+ history and activists like Marsha P. Johnson. The pier has evolved over the decades from a gritty refuge in the 1970s to a more gentrified but still welcoming space for new generations of queer and trans people, especially youth of color. Philadelphia is set to open Marsha's, the city’s first queer-run women's sports bar, named after Marsha P. Johnson, aiming to create an inclusive community hub celebrating queer culture and sports. Additionally, Chicago’s Big Chicks bar combines an art gallery and community center, serving as a cherished LGBTQ+ haven where patrons find both community and artistic inspiration. These venues reflect ongoing efforts to preserve queer history, foster community, and build safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals across major U.S. cities.