"Fabulous Finocchio's," 1960-1970
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Established in 1929 as a place to see "female impersonator" revues, Finnochio's Club in San Francisco became well known for its drag performances. In addition to serving as a safe public space for the LGBTQ+ community, it was a popular tourist attraction into the early-1990s, before closing at the end of 1999.
Established in 1929 as a place to see "female impersonator" revues, Finnochio's Club in San Francisco became well known for its drag performances. In addition to serving as a safe public space for the LGBTQ+ community, it was a popular tourist attraction into the early-1990s, before closing at the end of 1999.
Artifact
Brochure
Date Made
1960-1970
Subject Date
1960-1970
Creators
Unknown
Collection Title
Research Center Collection of LGBTQ+ Publications and Graphics
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2022.190.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Blue
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 7.25 in
Width: 4 in
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