Black Nite Monument Vandalized | Milwaukee News

Wisconsin’s first LGBTQ+ historic marker, the Black Nite Monument, was vandalized—knocked over and damaged—prompting a community rallying cry to restore it. Commemorating the 1961 Black Nite Uprising, where Josie Carter led 75 people to defend a gay bar from violent servicemen, this landmark marks the nation’s first documented LGBTQ+ uprising—pre-Stonewall. Though police are investigating without hate-motivation evidence, the Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project is restoring the sign with support from the Historical Society and donors, aiming to honor Carter’s legacy of resilience. The original tavern is gone, but its story—and the monument—must endure. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c4221948e124150b