Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project
@wislgbtqhistory.bsky.social
Independent. Inspired. Relentless.
Since 1994, we've been reconnecting Wisconsin with its past to inspire a more inclusive future. We're all-volunteer, non-profit, and community-first. E: [email protected]. #BeSeen
http://www.wislgbthistory.com
Since 1994, we've been reconnecting Wisconsin with its past to inspire a more inclusive future. We're all-volunteer, non-profit, and community-first. E: [email protected]. #BeSeen
http://www.wislgbthistory.com
After a series of life-changing events, Dan realized that his otherness wasn't a flaw, but a sacred ancestral gift from his Creator -- and then his whole life began anew.
STORY: tinyurl.com/terrio25
#BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
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STORY: tinyurl.com/terrio25
#BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
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Dan Terrio: walking a tightrope between two worlds
After navigating a painful lifelong divide between his Native and white worlds, Dan learned to embrace his Two Spirit heritage as a sacred ancestral gift from the Creator.
tinyurl.com
November 28, 2025 at 6:58 PM
After a series of life-changing events, Dan realized that his otherness wasn't a flaw, but a sacred ancestral gift from his Creator -- and then his whole life began anew.
STORY: tinyurl.com/terrio25
#BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
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STORY: tinyurl.com/terrio25
#BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
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Now thriving in his ninth life, he's found balance, harmony, and purpose as a Menominee Two Spirit.
Here's his story: tinyurl.com/firgens25
#BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Here's his story: tinyurl.com/firgens25
#BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Patrick Firgens: surviving and thriving in his ninth life
After overcoming incredible personal challenges across eight full lives, Patrick has found balance, harmony, and purpose as a Menominee Two Spirit healer and guide.
tinyurl.com
November 26, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Now thriving in his ninth life, he's found balance, harmony, and purpose as a Menominee Two Spirit.
Here's his story: tinyurl.com/firgens25
#BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Here's his story: tinyurl.com/firgens25
#BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
Who do you remember? Share your story (and photo) today at [email protected].
Because no one is truly ever gone -- as long as their story is still being told. #BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ (2/2)
Because no one is truly ever gone -- as long as their story is still being told. #BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ (2/2)
November 25, 2025 at 11:28 PM
Who do you remember? Share your story (and photo) today at [email protected].
Because no one is truly ever gone -- as long as their story is still being told. #BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ (2/2)
Because no one is truly ever gone -- as long as their story is still being told. #BeSeen 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ (2/2)
Little did she know that she'd wind up running The Lark only a few years later.
Defying the homophobia and hostility of the Reagan Era, Debbie created a legacy that people are still talking about today.
Here's her story: tinyurl.com/thelark25 (2/2)
Defying the homophobia and hostility of the Reagan Era, Debbie created a legacy that people are still talking about today.
Here's her story: tinyurl.com/thelark25 (2/2)
November 25, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Little did she know that she'd wind up running The Lark only a few years later.
Defying the homophobia and hostility of the Reagan Era, Debbie created a legacy that people are still talking about today.
Here's her story: tinyurl.com/thelark25 (2/2)
Defying the homophobia and hostility of the Reagan Era, Debbie created a legacy that people are still talking about today.
Here's her story: tinyurl.com/thelark25 (2/2)
And today, we honor founder Vicky Hasko with a 2025 BeSeen Award for fostering queer safety, community, and visibility in northern Wisconsin decades ahead of her time.
Thank you Vicky! #BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
STORY: tinyurl.com/hasko25
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Thank you Vicky! #BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
STORY: tinyurl.com/hasko25
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Vicky Hasko: carving out Wausau’s first space for queer celebration
Only four years after Stonewall, Vicky Hasko created a regional destination, meaningful community memories, and a historic LGBTQ landmark for north central Wisconsin.
tinyurl.com
November 21, 2025 at 12:49 PM
And today, we honor founder Vicky Hasko with a 2025 BeSeen Award for fostering queer safety, community, and visibility in northern Wisconsin decades ahead of her time.
Thank you Vicky! #BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
STORY: tinyurl.com/hasko25
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Thank you Vicky! #BeSeen🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️
STORY: tinyurl.com/hasko25
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