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The Crossroads
In the late 1960s and early 1970s, The Crossroads attracted the city’s counterculture movements. LGBTQ+ individuals began settling in the area, drawn by its bohemian vibe and charming architecture. Soon, more LGBTQ+-owned businesses and bars opened, and by the late 1970s, most local establishments served the LGBTQ+ community. During the AIDS crisis of the 1980s, The Crossroads evolved further, providing not only entertainment but also essential social services and medical testing.
In 2018, Dallas became the first city in Texas to receive a Texas Historical Commission marker recognizing a long-standing LGBTQ+ community.
The marker reads: “As the historic heart of Dallas’ LGBTQ community, The Crossroads remains home to the city’s oldest gay businesses and is a primary gathering point for LGBTQ social and political events, including the Alan Ross Freedom Parade. The Crossroads continues to represent a symbol of social, economic, and political action for the LGBTQ community, serving both the neighborhood and the City of Dallas.
