Gay New York City: Hornet Stories

In 1984, This Local Coalition Took the Safety of NYC’s Gay Bathhouses Into Its Own Hands
The Coalition for Sexual Responsibility partnered with NYC bathhouse owners to keep their establishments open during the epidemic
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Under the Cover of Night: 10 of America’s Most Famous Gay Cruising Spots, Past and Present
It’s illegal to have sex in public, but it’s also a fact that repressive laws often left LGBTQ people with few other options
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A Peek Under the Towel: Inside the 500-Year History of Gay Bathhouses
115 years ago the first gay bathhouse was raided by police in the United States; learn all about gay bathhouse history and why they’re important
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In the 1970s, Gay Sex Was Rampant on NYC Piers and in Trucks! Here’s the Story!
In the 1970s, when libido ruled the Village, NYC piers were the site of some astounding hookups — and some fascinating art works, too
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