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50 Years of Queer D.C. Photos

AIDS Healthcare Foundation presented Blade exhibit at The Outrage

Published

7 years ago

October 10, 2019

From left, Mike McVicker-Weaver of AIDS Healthcare Foundation, D.C. Council member David Grosso and Blade Editor Kevin Naff attend the 50 Years of Queer D.C. photo exhibit presented by AHF. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Washington Blade held a gallery showing of a collection of archival photos at The Outrage on Oct. 4. The exhibition was presented by AIDS Healthcare Foundation. D.C. Council member David Grosso served as the featured speaker. (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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Durand Bernarr headlines program

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5 days ago

May 24, 2026

Michael Key

Durand Bernarr performs at the 2026 DC Black Pride Opening Reception on Friday, May 22. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The DC Black Pride Opening Reception was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Friday, May 22. Grammy Award-winning artist Durand Bernarr was the headline performer. Comedian Anthony Oakes was the host. Speakers included Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson and Center For Black Equity President Kenya Hutton, as well as speakers from health organizations and sponsors. The event featured performances from Billy the Goat, Jay Columbus, Akeem Woods, Rue Pratt, Be Steadwell and Bennu Byrd.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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PHOTOS: Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball

Back-to-back events held on first night of D.C. Black Pride

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6 days ago

May 23, 2026

Landon Shackelford

The 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Schackelford)

The Mr. and Miss DC Black Pride Pageant was held at the Westin DC Downtown on Thursday, May 21. Following the pageant, Black Pride events continued with the 10th annual DC Black Pride Unity Ball.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)