Manhattan Subway Station to be Renamed in Honor of Stonewall Riots

Jun 10, 2024, 11:30 AM

A new bill approved by state lawmakers will rename a Manhattan subway station to commemorate the Stonewall riots. The Stonewall riots, a pivotal event in the LGBTQ+ rights movement, are being honored through this legislative action as state lawmakers concluded their session this month. The renaming aims to recognize the historical significance of the Stonewall riots in galvanizing the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement.