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PHOTOS: National Center for Transgender Equality anniversary

‘Transvisibility’ event celebrates 13 years

Published

9 years ago

May 24, 2016

Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-Fla.) and Rep. Mike Honda (D-Calif.) were honored at the NCTE's 13th anniversary celebration. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The National Center for Transgender Equality held its 13th anniversary celebration, ‘Transvisibility – An Evening to Celebrate & Inspire’ at the Hamilton Live on Wednesday, May 18, 2016. Honorees included Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen (R-Fla.), Rep. Mark Honda (D-Calif.), Dr. Marisa Richmond, Ariana Lint and the cast and crew of the independent film ‘Tangerine.’ (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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Performers and supporters rally for queer art, trans rights

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3 days ago

March 11, 2025

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The March for Drag was held on Saturday, March 8. (Photo by DuHon Photography)

The March for Drag was held on Saturday, March 8. Local drag artists and supporters gathered at Washington Circle for a rally to advocate for trans rights, queer art, artistic expression and free speech. Participants then marched to the Kennedy Center.

Read a report from the March for Drag here.

(Photos by DuHon Photography | Instagram | Facebook)

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PHOTOS: Grizzly Happy Hour

Bear nightlife event held at Crush Dance Bar

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6 days ago

March 9, 2025

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Grizzly Happy Hour was held at Crush on Friday. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Grizzly Happy Hour was held at Crush Dance Bar on Friday, March 7.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Queen of Hearts

Dee Dee Dereon wins crown at annual drag pageant

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2 weeks ago

February 28, 2025

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Dee Dee Dereon is crowned Queen of Hearts 2025 at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Feb. 21. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The 43rd annual Queen of Hearts drag pageant was held at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Friday, Feb. 21. Five contestants vied for the title of Queen of Hearts 2025, and Dee Dee Dereon won the crown.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)