2000 Millennium March on Washington for Equality
An observer said that year: “I think there is still a lot of activism but it is not as loud anymore…There aren’t a whole lot of people who are really angry anymore.” In 2000, Pride celebrated its 30th Anniversary with Joan Jett performing on the Common. The day’s heat (temperatures reached above 90) may have reduced crowds along the Parade route. Many women also left early to get good viewing spots on the Common for the Joan Jett concert.
The Dyke March attracted over 500 marchers for the first time. The March continued as a counterpoint to the Pride March, as it emphasized issues important to lesbians, celebrated their diversity, and promoted politics over partying.[1]
Held on April 30, 2000, the fourth national LGBT march on Washington, named the Millennium March on Washington for Equality, drew hundreds of thousands of LGBT people and their supporters despite a rocky start that sparked strong divisions among LGBT activists.[1]
Photos and Memorabilia from 2000
LGBTQ Historical Highlights
- Massachusetts activists participate in the March on Washington[2]
- Vermont becomes the first state to recognize civil unions and the first state to introduce same-sex marriage by enacting a statute without being required to do so by a court decision.
Event Details
Date: June 10, 2000
Theme:
Organized by: Boston Pride Committee
Parade Route
START – Copley Sq., Boylston St., Right on Clarendon St., Left on Tremont St., Left on Berkeley St., Right on Boylston St., Left on Charles St., END – Boston Common
Links of Interest
Our history of marching on Washington – A look back at the previous five major national LGBT demonstrations