LGBTQ history in Rhode Island

The state of Rhode Island, in the Northeast United States, has recorded LGBT history and individuals reaching back to the early 20th century. Prior to the 20th century, the state was also home to the Public Universal Friend and Charley Parkhurst, both well-known individuals with ambiguous gender identities. In 1995, the state became the ninth in the country to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation.[1] In 2013, it became the tenth state to allow same-sex marriage.[2]

  1. ^ "TIMELINE: Gay and lesbian history in Rhode Island, and nationally". The Providence Journal. July 18, 2018. Retrieved November 13, 2023.
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