Lesbian History of Ottawa Walking Tour
April 26 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Join drag king Morgan Mercury on a 2-hour walking tour exploring Ottawa’s lesbian history!
What you’ll learn:
- History of lesbian activism in Ottawa (1970s-1990s)
- Key figures in Ottawa’s lesbian history (Charlotte Whitton, Elaina Martin)
- Stories of lesbian nightlife and community spaces (1970s-2000s)
Where you’ll go:
- 4km of walking along downtown Ottawa streets (Colonel By Dr, Elgin St)
- Locations of protest and connection (historical nightlife, commmunity resources)
What you’ll need:
- Weather appropriate walking clothing (tour will go rain or shine – but may be cancelled in the event of a significant storm, extreme heat/cold, or bad air quality)
- Water, snacks, and anything else that will help support your energy for the two hours together
- Willingness to share, learn and connect with the tour group
If you have further questions about the tour route, accessibilty needs or which cowboy hat to wear, please reach out to Morgan Mercury at fairycowboytours@gmail.com.
$37.61 – $61.68
