GAYS & GRAVES: A BIG GAY FESTIVAL 

Celebrate Pride with Us at Gays &amp; Graves: A Big Gay Festival! Sunday, June 14th at Historic Congressional Cemetery 11 am – 4 pm. Gays &amp; Graves: A Big Gay Festival returns for a 2nd time to Historic Congressional Cemetery for a Pride celebration rooted in history, remembrance, and community. As a National Historic Landmark and the final resting place of numerous LGBTQ+ activists and pioneers, Congressional Cemetery offers a one-of-a-kind meaningful setting to reflect on the struggles and achievements that have shaped LGBTQ+ life in Washington and across the nation. Today, it is not only a place of memory, but an active civic landscape where people gather to learn, connect, and celebrate. Throughout the day, visitors can explore an outdoor market featuring LGBTQ+ and allied artists, makers, and small businesses, as well as programming in the historic chapel and the grounds focused on LGBTQ+ history and lived experience. This year’s festival will include a special commemorative wreath-laying with activist Randy Wicker at the grave of Leonard Matlovich, alongside the unveiling of new interpretive signage for the Cemetery’s LGBTQ+ section. Whether you’re here to shop, learn or reflect, Gays &amp; Graves is a celebration you don’t want to miss. Mark your calendars and be part of this unforgettable day of Pride where LGBTQ+ history and legacy lives. Dogs Allowed on Leash! Event Schedule 11:00 am – Festival Opens 11:30 am – Opening Remarks from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/glassclassdc/">Miriam Julianna</a>, the artist behind Eon’s Cranes Project Noon – Panel discussion with Miriam and Chuck Goldfarb of the <a href="https://rainbowhistory.org/">Rainbow History Project</a> in the HCC Chapel 2:00 pm – Gay Corner Rededication Ceremony with Activist <a href="https://www.instagram.com/randolfewicker/">Randy Wicker</a> 3:00 pm – Drag Story Hour with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/silentgwigs/">Charlemagne Chateau</a> in HCC Chapel 4:00 pm – Festival Closes All Day Activities (11 am – 4 pm) Make your own buttons and tree twirlers with HCC and <a href="https://www.merrypindc.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorI6l1x7nC3CxceuMWz2Zm9wT7l3B0QRzCDYUeV_k9D4uu2WjOj">Merry Pin</a> Zine workshop led by <a href="https://www.lilliejharris.com/">Lillie Jay Harris</a> Make your own charm bracelet with <a href="https://www.merrypindc.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorI6l1x7nC3CxceuMWz2Zm9wT7l3B0QRzCDYUeV_k9D4uu2WjOj">Merry Pin</a> (fee charged) Community Wishing Tree project with <a href="https://www.dianedcosta.com/about">Diane D’Costa</a>

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