Wildrose Celebrates 40 Years of Lesbian and GBTQ+ Love, Pride, and Herstory

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Written By Nisha Karanam

And Seattle happens to be home to one of the most coveted LGBTQ+ places: the city’s first, and only, lesbian bar—The Wildrose. Located in Capitol Hill, Wildrose opened on New Year’s Eve in 1984 and still remains open today. I had the pleasure of speaking with one of the owners, Martha Manning. We delved into topics ranging from troubles staying open during COVID to what the Wildrose means to lesbians today.

Nisha Karanam

(she/her) Nisha is an avid storyteller who thrives on exploring the intersection of language and creativity. A graduate of San Diego State University with a B.A. in English and Comparative Literature, she is deeply passionate about writing and all forms of artistic expression. Her enthusiasm lies in pushing boundaries and crafting unique narratives that challenge conventions. Whether through prose, poetry, or other artistic mediums, Nisha is dedicated to the art of storytelling and its power to connect and inspire.

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