Last updated: March 31, 2026
“By the time of Stonewall...we had 50 to 60 gay groups in the country. A year later...1500.”
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil rights and provided momentum for a movement.
Plan Your Visit
Located in Greenwich Village, New York City, Stonewall National Monument is one of the many parks in New York Harbor.
Education
No matter where you are, we can bring Stonewall National Monument to your classroom. Find teachers resources here.
Basic Info
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Fence Exhibit
View our photo exhibit here or on the Christopher Park fence!