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From Perky's to Paper Moon: The Rise and Decline of Lesbian Bars in
About the event
In 2015, Salt Lake City's last lesbian bar, Paper Moon, closed after more than two decades in operation, marking the end of a forty-five-year history of lesbian bars in the State’s capitol. This lecture examines the rise and decline of lesbian bars in Salt Lake City from 1970 to 2015, exploring how a mid-sized city formed a lesbian community distinct from anywhere else in the country. Drawing on oral histories, local newspapers, and archival research, this presentation will reconstruct the history of Salt Lake City's lesbian bars.
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Our three picks · Salt Lake City
via Stay22Laid-back budget hotel offering complimentary breakfast & Wi-Fi, plus an exercise room.
Small lodging listed at 128 S 1000 E in Salt Lake City's east side; very few reviews, so confirm details directly.
Large luxury hotel on Main Street in downtown Salt Lake City, with a spa, outdoor pool and several restaurants.
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