All about the Daughters of Bilitis, the first U.S. lesbian rights group
The organization was founded 70 years ago, and its influence is felt to this day.
MAY 3, 2025
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The organization was founded 70 years ago, and its influence is felt to this day.
The place where the pioneering lesbian couple founded the Daughters of Bilitis and launched The Ladder will be preserved for generations to come.
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