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Celebrating LGBTQ+ History: Dining Out and Milwaukee's Drag Legacy

6/27/2025

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Erik Piepenburg's captivating book, "Dining Out," delves into the rich history of LGBTQ+ restaurants, celebrating them as essential community hubs that fueled the civil rights movement. In a vibrant nod to the past, Milwaukee honors its drag heritage with a stunning collection of 1980s photographs from Club 219, illuminating the city's vibrant LGBTQ+ culture.

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Erik Piepenburg's captivating book, "Dining Out," delves into the rich history of LGBTQ+ restaurants, celebrating them as essential community hubs that fueled the civil rights movement. In a vibrant nod to the past, Milwaukee honors its drag heritage with a stunning collection of 1980s photographs from Club 219, illuminating the city's vibrant LGBTQ+ culture.