Blog•Mar 27, 2026
Cruising Diary: The Vale of Cashmere
Prospect Park’s Vale of Cashmere, a historic cruising spot for Black and Brown men, is slated for a $37.5 million renovation. The area has also served as a vibrant drag‑performance hub, drawing queer artists and audiences since the pandemic’s end. Community members fear the construction could curtail the privacy and spontaneity that define the space. Organizers and activists are already voicing concerns over how the overhaul might reshape a culturally significant LGBTQ+ enclave.
