Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

As we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Central Park’s Bethesda Fountain, delve into the story of the Angel of the Waters statue, its place in LGBTQ+ history, and its significance as a symbol of connection and healing for New York City.

Emma Stebbins & “Angel of the Waters” – NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project

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Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

Take a virtual tour of NYC's historic LGBTQ sites with this interactive map

35mm: Bethesda Diptych 2019/20 - jesssaldaña

Overlooked No More: Emma Stebbins, Who Sculpted an Angel of New York - The New York Times

The Bethesda Angel, Its Lesbian Connection