Arts and Entertainment

LGBTQ+ History: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour

September 27 2025

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Selden Market 208 East Main Street,Norfolk,23510 Price: Free
**Free & Open to the Public**
Uncover the rich LGBTQ+ history of Downtown Norfolk with scholar Dr. Charles Ford.
LGBTQ+ History: A Downtown Norfolk Walking Tour
Discover the untold stories of Downtown Norfolk’s LGBTQ+ community on this special tour led by Dr. Charles Ford, a leading scholar of LGBTQ+ history. Explore the significance of the city’s LGBTQ+ bars and nightclubs, their role as safe havens, and the challenges they faced under discriminatory obscenity laws.
About the Downtown Norfolk Council: The Downtown Norfolk Council (DNC) is a private, not-for-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing the economic vitality and cultural vibrancy of Downtown Norfolk through advocacy, collaboration, and programming. Find events, directories, and resources at www.DowntownNorfolk.org and follow @Downtown757 Instagram and @DowntownNorfolk on Facebook.
About Norfolk Tour Company: Norfolk Tour Company offers engaging and informative walking tours that explore the rich history, vibrant culture, and unique neighborhoods of Norfolk, Virginia. Find tour schedules and details at https://www.toursofnorfolk.com/.com on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ToursofNorfolk/events

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