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History of the Castro with Fred Rogers & Gerard Koskovich
Beyond The Fog Radio
55 minutes 31 seconds
1 year ago
History of the Castro with Fred Rogers & Gerard Koskovich
This week, we feature Fred Rogers, former owner of the popular bar The Elephant Walk, along with guest host Gerard Koskovich, Historian at the GLBT Historical Society. The Elephant Walk, located in the Castro, was known for hosting disco star Sylvester in the 70’s and 80’s and serving daily brunch until 3:00 pm. It was a sanctuary as the rapidly transitioning neighborhood became a hub for the LGBTQ+ community. After Harvey Milk and Mayor George Moscone's assassination, The Elephant Walk became ground zero for the ensuing White Night Riot, thrusting the bar and the city of San Francisco into the national spotlight.
Tune in to hear our conversation with Fred and Gerard about the Castro's history and The Elephant Walk's fascinating story during these troubling times.
Meet Fred Rogers and Gerard Koskovich!
Beyond The Fog Radio
Beyond The Fog Radio: Your opportunity to hear stories by the Bay from a variety of San Franciscans about their lives, work, and passions. Let us show you the history, art, and culture of San Francisco — beyond the expected, beyond the mundane, Beyond The Fog.
