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The Lollie Johnson papers are rich in photographs that document life in the queer social spaces of San Antonio from the early s through the early s. Central to these social places, were sites that lesbians could call their own; spaces in which to explore and establish connections with other queer women. Jimmy James, who performed as Marilyn Monroe at the club, landed an appearance on the Geraldo Rivera show in Away from the thumping music and bustle of the clubs, Lollie loved entertaining at home and many images exist that depict fun times among friends and family.

Other images capture the simple pleasures of a trip to the beach accompanied by best friends and companions. Lollie poses with Reno Gay Rodeo group, circa LGBTQ history month prompts us to probe facets of the past that have often been unexplored. Lollie Johnson was a remarkable woman, and no matter your gender one was always welcomed in her clubs.

The first gay bar I ever entered was Faces, I was only 18 legal drinking age at the timenaive and nervous, I had no idea what to expect and what I found was a family of fun loving and caring people. Email Address:. Blog at WordPress. The Top Shelf. Home Contact. Lollie Johnson, undated. Zoo Club, Floor show at the Broadway Cabaret, Broadway Cabaret ad, Lollie and friend at Christmas, undated.

Lollie at home with friends, Lollie in Cancun, Friends of Lollie enjoying vacation, A day at the beach, undated.

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