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Join the CCNY LGBTQ+ Student Center, The Towers, and Christopher Street Tours as we adventure downtown NYC and uncover hidden LGBTQ+ History.

Join us and Christopher Street Tours for a hidden LGBTQ+ tour starting at Battery Park! We will visit historic sites where revolutions began, riots were sparked, and history was made. This is a continuation of our LGBTQ+ history tour from the Fall 2024 semester.

We will see common threads within the LGBTQ+ generations who lived in New York City, sharing their stories throughout the tour. You’ll also learn more about individual stories of Queer activists and the major political and social movements that have shaped the LGBTQ+ community over time.

When: Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 2PM to 4PM (tour starts at 2PM sharp)

Where: Meet At Castle Clinton National Monument (Battery Park) Our tour guide has an orange binder & will stand on the castle left side

Notes Regarding RSVP:

• There are 2 ticket types: general tickets for students, staff, faculty, and alum, and tickets for Towers residents (revealed only with promo code- ask your RA for the code!)
• All guests must RSVP to join the tour - walk-ins will be turned away if we reach capacity
• There are limited tickets available. If no tickets are available, please join our waitlist in case spots open up.
• Please consult the FAQ below to better prepare yourself for this event

Questions: Email lgbtq@ccny.cuny.edu

This event is made possible through the generous support of LaGuardia Community College and the New York City Council LGBT and Queer Caucus.

This event will be archived at the LaGuardia and Wagner Archives. T¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ and the CCNY LGBTQ+ Student Center are proud members of the 

Co-sponsors: Christopher Street Tours, The Towers at CCNY, CCNY LGBTQ+ Open Alliance Club, CCNY Division of Student Affairs, CUNY Office of Student Inclusion Initiatives and the CUNY LGBTQI+ Council.

About the CCNY LGBTQ+ Student Center

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Questioning Student Center (est. Fall 2021) is a collaborative resource dedicated to celebrating, empowering, and supporting LGBTQIA+ students, staff, and faculty at CCNY. We are committed to leading with a social justice lens, offering and connecting LGBTQ+ communities at CCNY with accessible support services, relevant programming, engaging events, paid internship/job opportunities, and general guidance navigating college, home life, and futures outside of higher education for those who identify as LGBTQ+ or questioning. The LGBTQ+ Student Center is also dedicated to increasing awareness about LGBTQ+ issues, gender, and sexuality at City College. The LGBTQ+ Student Center is a safe space for all LGBTQIA+ students and allies to meet and build community. You all are welcome here!

About Christopher Street Tours

 (est. 2018) is an LGBTQ+-owned and -operated walking tour company with the mission of increasing access to LGBTQ+ history by sharing stories and uplifting voices from those that paved the way before us. Our tours are LGBTQ+ focused and led by expert educators, storytellers, and activists in the community. We are inspired by the deep history and impactful stories of the LGBTQ+ community across the globe. Our walking tours in New York and Boston are designed to be engaging and thought-provoking as we explore the landmarks, events, and people that have shaped this important history.

About The Towers at CCNY
 is an apartment-style residence hall on campus that will help you make the most of your college experience in an environment which encourages residents to explore opportunities academically, socially and culturally. The Residence Life Staff strives to create a sense of community through educational and social programming and serves as a resource to all residents.