Politics & Government
Rainbow Flag-Raising Ceremony Kicks Off Gay Pride Week
The celebration comes just days after the death of the man who created the iconic flag.
MIAMI BEACH — The city kicked off Gay Pride Week on Monday with a ceremonial raising of the rainbow flag over city hall.
"As one of the most gay-friendly destinations worldwide, the rainbow flag flies year-round alongside the American flag on Miami Beach," explained Melissa Berthier of the city of Miami Beach.
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Monday's ceremony came several days after the death of Gilbert Baker, who took his sewing skills and created the iconic rainbow flag of the LGBTQ community.
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The 65-year-old Baker died Friday at his home in Manhattan.
Miami Beach City Hall is located at 1700 Convention Center Drive.
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