by Emma Davey 
Marsha P. Johnson State Park is a special place, and not just for the gorgeous East River views.
Renamed in honor of the trans icon and activist Marsha P. Johnson in 2020, the park has been home to several events designed to bring the community together and continue Johnson’s legacy of activism and mutual aid. Last Friday’s Transgender Day of Visibility kicked off a series of celebratory events, including a Drag Story Hour taking place…
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