Description: A crowd watches three speakers or performers at the annual Gay Pride Parade (identified on the reverse as the "Lesbian/Gay Freedom Parade") at the Riverfront Amphitheater in downtown Columbus, Ohio, June 29, 1986. Stonewall Union, a gay rights group formed in 1981, organized the city's first gay pride parade in 1982. It's now an annual event in support of the LGBTQ community. This photograph was taken by a photographer for publication in the Columbus Free Press newspaper. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B03F09_01
Subjects: Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community; Parades & processions; Activists
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: Group carrying a "Stonewall Union, Columbus, Ohio" banner on High Street in the Short North neighborhood of Columbus, ca. 1993, possibly during the Gay Pride parade. Stonewall Union is a gay rights group that was formed in 1981 for political lobbying, community building and education. The group organized the city's first gay pride parade, held in 1982, which is now an annual event in support of the LGBTQ community. This photograph was taken for publication in the Columbus Free Press newspaper. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AL05855
Subjects: Social movements; Activists; Parades & processions; Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: Photograph of the annual Gay Pride Parade at the intersection of State and High Streets in downtown Columbus, Ohio, June 1993. The Statehouse is seen in the background. Stonewall Union, a gay rights group formed in 1981, organized the city's first gay pride parade in 1982. It's now an annual event in support of the LGBTQ community. This photograph was taken by a photographer for publication in the Columbus Free Press newspaper. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AL05858
Subjects: Parades & processions; Cultural Ohio; Activists; Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; Ohio Statehouse (Columbus, Ohio); LGBTQ Community;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: This photograph shows LGBTQ activists demonstrating for civil rights and against racism and the Ku Klux Klan. It was taken for publication in the Columbus Free Press newspaper. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B04F02_01
Subjects: Civil rights; Demonstrations; Protests and protestors; Activism; LGBTQ Community;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: In this photograph taken for the Columbus Free Press, demonstrators march with a large banner and flags, likely during a Columbus Pride Parade in Columbus, Ohio. One marcher's t-shirt reads "Bigotry - The Real Sin." The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B03F09_06
Subjects: Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community; Parades & processions; Activists
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: In this photograph taken by Sarah Cloud for the Columbus Free Press, two women hold signs reading "Heteros for Homos" at the March on Washington for Lesbian, Gay and Bi Civil Rights, April 25, 1993. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B03F09_02
Subjects: Social movements; Activists; Cultural Ohio; Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: In this photograph taken by Sarah Cloud for the Columbus Free Press, attendees march at the March on Washington for Lesbian, Gay and Bi Civil Rights, April 25, 1993. A group of families carry a banner reading "Gay & Lesbian Parents Coalition Intl. - Love makes a Family." The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B03F09_04
Subjects: Social movements; Activists; Cultural Ohio; Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: In this photograph taken by Sarah Cloud for the Columbus Free Press, attendees gather at the March on Washington for Lesbian, Gay and Bi Civil Rights, April 25, 1993. Two protestors have climbed into the branches of a tree, one with a sign reading "AIDS CURE NOW," and a wheelchair is seen at the base of the tree. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B03F09_03
Subjects: Social movements; Activists; Cultural Ohio; Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: In this photograph taken by Sarah Cloud for the Columbus Free Press, attendees gather at the March on Washington for Lesbian, Gay and Bi Civil Rights, April 25, 1993. Protestors hold a large banner reading, "No Reliance on Clinton, the Cops, or the Courts to Defend Lesbians/Gays in Society or the Military. Open the Borders! Let the Haitians In! End Racist and Anti-Gay Immigration [Illegible]." The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B03F09_05
Subjects: Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community; Parades & processions; Activists
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: Group of men and women gathered and carrying signs to protest for lesbian rights, ca. 1975-1985. This photograph was taken by a photographer for publication in the Columbus Free Press newspaper. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: AL05857
Subjects: Social movements; Activists; Cultural Ohio; Gay rights--United States--History--20th century; LGBTQ Community;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)
 

Description: Group photograph from the Columbus Free Press Collection showing the Columbus AIDS Task Force staff and board members. Front row, left to right: H. L. Wright III, board vice president; Gloria J. T. Smith, executive director; Elliot Fishman, board president; and Janet Ferguson, associate director. Second row, left to right: Jill Hairston, Pat Bentz, Karen Kentosh, Kathy Sellers, Smokey Shumate, Abby Retterer, Fran Bednar, Marc McIntosh, Mary Orin and Annetta Carter. Not pictured: Brad Lutz and Brandon LaRue. The Columbus AIDS Task Force was a non-profit organization with the mission of fighting the spread of HIV/AIDS, combating stigma and discrimination, educating the community, and supporting individuals and families affected by the disease through services and testing. It has now been absorbed into Equitas Health, a comprehensive LGBTQ+ community-based healthcare system. The Columbus Free Press began as a bi-weekly publication in Columbus, Ohio, in 1970. An underground newspaper, it replaced the Ohio State University publication The People, Yes. The earliest known issue of the newspaper appeared on January 4, 1971. The newspaper underwent a series of name changes over the decades, with titles including the Columbus Free Press & Cowtown Times (1972-1976), the Columbus Freepress (1976-1992) and The Free Press (1992-1995). The paper, which covered many liberal and progressive causes, was an alternative to mainstream news sources in central Ohio with the slogan “The Other Side of the News.” In 1995, the paper ceased publication briefly before reemerging as a website in early 1996, and returning as a print publication under the Free Press title in the form of a quarterly journal in 1998. Published under various frequencies during the first part of the 21st century, the Free Press again became a nonprofit monthly publication in 2017 with both a print and web presence, published by the Columbus Institute for Contemporary Journalism and operated by a volunteer staff and board. View on Ohio Memory.
Image ID: MSS1301AV_B02F09_11
Subjects: LGBTQ Community; Medical care; Medicine -- History; Health and hygiene; Social services--Ohio;
Places: Columbus (Ohio); Franklin County (Ohio)