Tropic CInema, Key West Art and Historical Society and the Key West Business Guild invite you to an evening celebrating Pride and history.

Doors open at 6:30 PM for a special champagne reception, offering guests a chance to mingle and enjoy photos of the accompanying exhibition, The Stonewall Uprising: The Start of a Movement, presented at the Key West Arts and Historical Society.. At 7:00 PM, the evening continues with a celebratory champagne toast honoring the legacy of the LGBTQ plus rights movement.

At 7:30 PM, the Tropic Cinema will present a screening of Stonewall Uprising, a powerful documentary from the American Experience series that explores the events surrounding the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City.

These riots are widely recognized as a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ plus rights in the United States. Following the film, there will be a panel discussion moderated by Dr.

Cori Convertito, offering deeper insight into the impact and ongoing relevance of this historic moment. All ticket sales from the screening of Stonewall Uprising will be donated to the Key West Business Guild.

By purchasing your ticket, you’re not only supporting a powerful documentary about a pivotal moment in LGBTQ+ history, but you’re also contributing to the continued growth and success of local businesses in Key West.

Your participation helps the Key West Business Guild support and empower our vibrant community.