Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Central Park’s Bethesda Fountain, delve into the story of the Angel of the Waters statue, its place in LGBTQ+ history, and its significance as a symbol of connection and healing for New York City.

The Bethesda Angel, Its Lesbian Connection

Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

The Bethesda Angel, Its Lesbian Connection

NYC LGBT Historic Sites · LGBT History on the Upper West Side

Review of Central Park New York, New York - AFAR

Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

NYC LGBT Historic Sites · LGBT History on the Upper West Side

The Bethesda Angel, Its Lesbian Connection

The Bethesda Angel, Its Lesbian Connection

NYC Tourism on Instagram: While some cities might have one or two gay landmarks, New York holds numerous museums, statues, meeting places and dwellings of important LGBTQ+ figures. Learn about LGBTQ+ history

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Emma Stebbins & “Angel of the Waters” – NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project

The Ultimate LGBTQ+ Guide to New York City

Preparing Bethesda Fountain for Spring

Overlooked No More: Emma Stebbins, Who Sculpted an Angel of New York - The New York Times