Welcome back to Q4Q! In this episode, local Maryland historian and librarian, Ben Egerman, steps behind the mic to flip through the pages of Charm City’s historic gay papers. Listen as we weave through a glimpse of Baltimore’s LGBTQ+ history—where you can dance the night away at The Hippo, enjoy a “unique and wonderful evening” in Fells Point, and play cards with a guilt-ridden pinochle player. You won’t be disappointed!

Find Ben on Instagram @mdhistory.gay, and learn a little bit about Maryland’s queer history in cheeky little zines. And if you want to meet this celeb in person, join us Thursday, June 5th, at 7PM in ClubCar for the next release party. All proceeds go to the Trans Rights Advocacy Coalition @transrightsmd.

Sources:

HistoryPin
History Pin - LGBTQ+ Maryland
Baltimore’s LGBTQ Heritage website
Half a Century Ago, The Hippo Became a Haven for the Local LGBTQ Community
Club Hippo | Explore Baltimore Heritage
All You Need to Know About Penis Piercings: A Complete Guide
Baltimore Gay paper, June 15, 1990

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Baltimore Gay Paper - 4 Nov 1988
Baltimore Gay Paper - 5 May 1989
Baltimore Gay Paper - 15 Sept 1989
Baltimore Gay paper - 15 June 1990
Baltimore Alternative - Nov 1990 (Ben’s find)
Baltimore Gay Paper - 2 Feb 1990 (Ben’s find)
Poem- Baltimore Gay Paper - May 1987

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