The documentary film ART AND PEP tells the inspiring story of Art Johnston and Pepe Peña, civil rights leaders who fought for LGBTQ+ equality in the heart of the country, and their historic love that helped create community and fuel movements for decades in Chicago's queer enclave.
Art and Pep
In the heart of the country, two civil rights leaders, Art Johnston and Pepe Peña, have dedicated their lives to fighting for LGBTQ+ equality. Their iconic gay bar, Sidetrack, has been a driving force behind social movements and a hub for community building in Chicago for decades.
