The Up Stairs Lounge Fire Memorial Service

The Up Stairs Lounge Fire Memorial Service: On the 47th anniversary of an arson fire that killed 32 LGBT+ people in the French Quarter, the weather reflected the mood of the mourners.

-Andrew Simoneaux

She Had a Song to Sing

Beloved by her "Dawlin' New Orleans," Leigh Harris was renowned for both her powerhouse talent and her life affirming spirit.

- by Dar Wolnik
- photos by Kerry Maloney, Tom Redfield and the estate of Leigh Harris

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