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 and the Angel of Central Park: by Cometto, Maria Teresa

Preparing Bethesda Fountain for Spring

Emma and the Angel of Central Park: The Story of a New York Icon and the Woman Who Created It PAPERBACK - Maria Teresa Cometto : Small Press Distribution

Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

Bethesda Fountain Central Park Conservancy

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

Gay fountain hi-res stock photography and images - Alamy

The Bethesda Angel, Its Lesbian Connection

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

Bethesda Fountain's Place in LGBTQ+ History

Bethesda Terrace Archives - Untapped New York

Pride at NYC Parks : NYC Parks

The Ultimate LGBTQ+ Guide to New York City

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

Central Park Rumba: Dancing with Memory (U.S. National Park Service)