The Philadelphia Gayborhood
Philadelphia's Gayborhood is a vibrant and historically significant neighborhood located in the heart of the city, known for being a central hub for the LGBTQ+ community. Its importance lies in its rich history, its role as a safe and inclusive space for all people, and its influence on Philadelphia's cultural, political, and social landscape.
The Human Rights Campaign LGBT Equality Index routinely awards Philadelphia 100 out of 100 points for inclusive city laws, policies, and services. 🏳️🌈🏳️🌈
What is a Rider?
A rider is the area below a street sign that calls attention to notable people of Philadelphia (like John Coltrane) or areas of cultural importance (like the Avenue of the Arts or Philadelphia’s Gayborhood). In Philadelphia anyone can petition the mayor’s office to add an honorary rider to a street sign, and the city council can then approve the rider.
Some of the riders in this series exist in Philadelphia, like the John Coltrane rider. Others do not exist but we made them because we think they should!
