Shreveport LGBTQ Bar Seeks Historical Marker Funding
The Korner Lounge needs $3,000 to install an official state historical marker honoring its 1951 establishment.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in LGBTQ+
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The Korner Lounge in Shreveport is raising funds to secure a state historical marker commemorating its long history as an LGBTQ venue. The bar, which is the second-oldest continuously operating LGBTQ establishment in Louisiana, seeks to finalize the plaque installation.
Why it matters
The marker would formally recognize the cultural significance of the bar following its 75th anniversary celebration. Securing the plaque preserves the site's legacy and its role as a long-standing space for the local LGBTQ community.
The bar currently holds 37 percent of its $3,000 fundraising target. Once the full amount is paid, the installation process for the marker is expected to take up to six months.
The players
The Korner Lounge
It is Louisiana's second-oldest continuously operating LGBTQ bar located in Shreveport.
The details
The Korner Lounge is located at 800 Louisiana Ave. and is currently collecting donations through a GoFundMe page. The historical marker will celebrate the venue's founding in 1951.
Timeline
The bar was established in 1951.
The bar celebrated its 75th anniversary in July 2026.
The GoFundMe total reached $1,095 as of 12:45 p.m. on October 26, 2026.
Culture Shift
The effort to secure a marker for The Korner Lounge reflects a growing societal push to officially commemorate historically significant LGBTQ landmarks through the Louisiana State Historical Marker Program. This trend highlights the importance of preserving sites that have long served as pillars for marginalized communities.
Residents can contribute to the fundraising goal to help finalize the installation of the marker at the 800 Louisiana Ave. site. Supporting the campaign ensures the completion of the project and the eventual public installation of the plaque.
The takeaway
This initiative serves as a reminder of how community-led funding can elevate local institutions to official state recognition. Residents interested in history can participate by supporting the campaign to ensure the site is properly honored.
Further reading
Learn more about the local queer community at Shreveport LGBTQ+.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dallas Voice.
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