Rainbow History Project

We are an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization, focusing on LGBTQ history of the local DMV. Get involved!!! We are on bluesky with the same name.

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

On April 17, 1965, the Mattachine Society of Washington (MSW) held the nation’s first organized gay rights picket at the White House.

Join Rainbow History Project and Paul K. this Thursday, April 17th from 4:15 - 5:15pm at The White House. 🏳️‍🌈

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

The end of March marks an important day in queer history serving as Transgender Day of Visibility. 2009 was the first year the world started observing this day, and it is crucial to keep celebrating, create a world where all trans people feel safe, loved, and protected
#TDOV

[Matthew Shepard Foundation @MattShepardFDN]

Please take a moment to remember the 27 transgender and gender non-conforming people lost to violence so far this year.

#EraseHate

[Matthew Shepard Foundation @MattShepardFDN]

Fifteen years ago, on October 28, 2009, Judy and Dennis joined President Barack Obama as he signed the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act into law.

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

A book about LGBTQ neighbors of Dupont Circle?!?

In celebration of LGBTQ History Month, Rainbow History Project will host an author talk with Professor Theo Greene, Ph.D., Chair of the Sociology Department of Bowdoin College.

Register at the link in our bio!

[Matthew Holden @_MatthewThomas]

She’s beautiful 😍

[Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs #DistrictofPride @DCLGBTQ]

5 DAYS until #HHR37 Register at https://t.co/YXzHx97w8F 👠🌈

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

Last week we celebrated Coming Out Day. Coming out is a lifelong process that looks different for everyone, but no matter where you are in your journey, we hope you have something to celebrate today. #nationalcomingoutday
Photo: “Gay Pride festival” 1995.

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Do you have your heels ready? 👠🏁

We’re just 9️⃣ days from the 17th Street High Heel Race, a celebration of DC’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community and history. Join us:

🗓Tuesday, Oct 29
⏰Race starts at 9PM
📍17th and R St NW

[Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs #DistrictofPride @DCLGBTQ]

Have you heard? @shakira will be performing at the #WorldPride2025 Welcome Concert in Washington, DC! 🌈

🗓️Saturday, May 31
📍Nationals Park
🎟️Tickets available at https://t.co/xamCsv8Vbs starting Friday

[GLAAD @glaad]

I'M AGAINST BULLYING 💜 #SpiritDay

(Don't be shy, share if you are too)

[Matthew Shepard Foundation @MattShepardFDN]

On the evening of October 6, 1998 , Matthew Shepard visited the Fireside Lounge and the events that followed led to his death in one of the most infamous LGBTQ+ hate crimes in American history. Matthew died on October 12 with his family by his side.

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

The 37th annual High Heel Race is Oct. 29 👠

Rainbow History Project will be there with an info table, and we need volunteers to help staff it!

Sign up here: https://t.co/CM4uW6Cj7F

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

Another day, another chance to vote! Vote every day until September 23!

[TR Media Promotions @TRFYI @TRFYI]

Tuesday, Sept 24: Please join @TeamRayceen and @WashBlade to MEET AND GREET the 2024 nominees and candidates running in the DC general election, 6-9pm at Crush on 14th St NW in Washington, DC. Featuring a special appearance by @RayceenHRH
at 7pm.
🆓
RSVP: https://t.co/PH9tPvRCzE

[GLAAD @glaad]

#VMAs Best New Artist @chappellroan dedicates her award to drag artists, queer and trans people who fuel pop, and gay people who dedicate her songs to “someone they love or hate.”

“And for all the queer kids in the Midwest watching right now. I see you, I understand you, because I’m one of you.”

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

Another day, another chance to vote! Vote every day until September 23!

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

We have been chosen as a finalist for Best Nonprofit in @WashBlade's Best of LGBTQ DC! Vote for us at the link in our bio or below:

https://t.co/3QNopSpljt

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

We have been chosen as a finalist for Best Nonprofit in @WashBlade's Best of LGBTQ DC! Vote for us at the link in our bio or below:

https://t.co/3QNopSpljt

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

The DC State Fair is this weekend, and this year, it's in our beautiful Franklin Park.

#BeDowntown to celebrate our city and support local vendors with family-friendly fun. 🪁

[Rainbow History Project @RHP_DC]

RHP is excited to participate in two community events this weekend, and we need your help to make them a success! Volunteer to table with us...

🌈DC State Fair: Saturday, Sept 7th
🌈AdMo Day: Sunday, Sept 8th

Learn more & sign up here ⬇️ https://t.co/iRcLnIgZnZ