Regional History
If there is anything that the Pacific Northwest does well, it is to be unique. While American history in the region is only about 200 years old, drag queens have made history and have represented the region throughout the world.
History through Pictures
Here are some of the moments that have made a mark on history through drag.
Poison Water
aka Kevin Cook a legendary emcee from Portland for the last 30 years.
Lady Elaine Peacock
Beloved Community Leader and Founder of the Peacock In The Park events.
Serena Starr
Empress 18 of the Imperial Sovereign Court of Tacoma
Vivaca Vanderock
Former Princess of the Imperial Sovereign Court of Tacoma
Peacock in the Park
A tradition lives on in memory and honor. Learn more about this program by clicking on the link below.
Darcelle 15- Larger and Older than Life
Darcelle has always been a Pacific Northwest icon. Now, Darcelle is an icon around the world. Entertaining the Portland area and all its visitors for 5 decades, Walter Cole aka Darcelle owns the self-named club and showroom that brings a classic drag cabaret to stage. You can watch the documentary made about his career below. Another achievement is being awarded the Guinness Book of World Records for the Oldest Performing Drag Queen.
Darcelle 15
World Record for Oldest Drag Queen
A documentary was created to share the life and passion of Walter Cole. This is an interview with Walter about it.