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Two weeks after Hershee Bar — Norfolk, Virginia's last remaining lesbian bar — closed, Old Dominion University student Kira Kindley led a small group to its doors.

The stop — part of the Tidewater Queer History Project's fall walking tour — was an especially somber one. The bar's decorations had been stripped from the walls and piled in the middle of the dance floor, waiting to be carted out. Everyone on the tour was crying.

On other walks hosted by the plan, Kindley said presenters included locations, prolonged since repurposed or demolished, that had once served as key gathering sites for Norfolk's queer woman, gay, bisexual and trans communities. The project would experiment to bring those locations to animation, sharing information and soliciting stories about what those spaces had been enjoy.

"I'm struck with the image of these women 20 years ago, 30 years ago, enjoying the night and each other exactly as they are now," she wrote in a corridor that she later featured on her podcast. "People discuss freely while the performers play. They visit with each other. They notify across the lock and tease each other. And when a sweet, leisurely song starts playing, they get up and hold each other and da

Virginia Beach Gay City Guide

Virginia Beach is a beautiful city and the largest in Virginia. Located on the coastline of the Atlantic Ocean, it is part of what is known as the Hampton Roads metro area, along with Portsmouth, Hampton, and several other nearby cities. It is considered by many to be a resort city, and much of its income comes from the tourist industry, although it is also home to many historic sites, three military bases, and plenty to spot and do. Even better, it has a growing and thriving LGBTQ community. Truly, Virginia Beach has it all!

A Look at Virginia Beach’s History

Virginia Beach was initially found in 1887. It was first developed as a resort, following the construction of a hotel and railroad linking it with nearby Norfolk. After World War I, however, Virginia Beach became an crucial base in the national coastal defense system and remains so to this day, as it is home to three military bases. Virginia Beach is a city known for its one-of-a-kind maritime heritage, but also one that has become a linear, forward-thinking place with friendly people, a coastal vibe, and plenty to see and do.

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    7203 Little River Turnpike
    Annandale, VA22203
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    Tuesdays LGBT-friendly Latin night (as of May 2010). Location may vary or may contain changed. Check websites.

    Favorite for: Latino, Dancing, Drag


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    five star review by Joshua K:

    Great place for night second fun with my LGBTQ family. What night did we go? Well, karaoke night of course! Excellent music, great bar service, and they even possess great food! I definitely recommend checking it out.

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    five celestial body review by Shane C:

    A must stop for your weekend debauchery where you will enjoy a great staff, great drinks and a great present. Whether your looking to hit the dance floor, shoot some pool or enjoy a fabulous Flamboyant show, this place has it all covered.

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    five star review by Cris:

    It was fun, my husband and I went to a show while visiting VA Beach in off season and had a blast. Very friendly. We were the oldest there and they were still agreeable to us. Very neighborhood kinda feel. Place was packed. Nice mix of all kinds of people with no tude.

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    five star review by Mamie S:

    How can you not like this place. So much fun every time we go. Everyone is so nice and friendl