The City of Salisbury made history in 2018 by unveiling the first rainbow crosswalk in the State of Maryland. Installed by more than 60 Salisbury PFLAG volunteers with donated paint and materials, the crosswalk represents a celebration of diversity and inclusion acting as a beacon of hope for many residents. Volunteers came from all over the Eastern Shore and beyond to participate in this momentous event, traveling up to three hours away to participate.
Located between South Division and Market Street in front of the Wicomico Public Library, the crosswalk was a prominent feature during the National Folk Festival. A year later it was repainted and remains strong and vibrant. Snacks, drinks, paint, and supplies were provided by Salisbury PFLAG for volunteers and no costs were incurred by the City.
Cities across the globe have added a touch of LGBTQIAP+ visibility and pride by painting rainbow crosswalks on their streets. The first acknowledged rainbow crosswalk was installed in West Hollywood in 2012. Since then, San Francisco, Sydney, Seattle, Key West, Miami, Philadelphia, Toronto, Phoenix, Ottawa, Atlanta, and Denver have all installed permanent crosswalks. The Salisbury Rainbow Crosswalk remains the only one in Maryland.
The Salisbury Rainbow Crosswalk is a popular spot for visitors and locals alike. Right near the banks of the Wicomico River and adjacent to the Riverwalk, it is a fantastic spot for photos. When posting photos and videos taken at the Crosswalk, we appreciate if the hashtag #SBYPFLAG is used so that we can all share in the hope and kindness that the Crosswalk evokes.
Located between South Division and Market Street in front of the Wicomico Public Library, the crosswalk was a prominent feature during the National Folk Festival. A year later it was repainted and remains strong and vibrant. Snacks, drinks, paint, and supplies were provided by Salisbury PFLAG for volunteers and no costs were incurred by the City.
Cities across the globe have added a touch of LGBTQIAP+ visibility and pride by painting rainbow crosswalks on their streets. The first acknowledged rainbow crosswalk was installed in West Hollywood in 2012. Since then, San Francisco, Sydney, Seattle, Key West, Miami, Philadelphia, Toronto, Phoenix, Ottawa, Atlanta, and Denver have all installed permanent crosswalks. The Salisbury Rainbow Crosswalk remains the only one in Maryland.
The Salisbury Rainbow Crosswalk is a popular spot for visitors and locals alike. Right near the banks of the Wicomico River and adjacent to the Riverwalk, it is a fantastic spot for photos. When posting photos and videos taken at the Crosswalk, we appreciate if the hashtag #SBYPFLAG is used so that we can all share in the hope and kindness that the Crosswalk evokes.
