Pearl M. Hart and Valerie Taylor. 1969–1999 In 1970, the Bijou Theater was opened in Chicago's Old Town neighborhood, and Chicago Pride Parade was first held. In 1973, Gay Horizons opened up as Chicago's first LGBT community center, changing its name to Horizons Community Services in 1985. In 1976, Gay Chicago Magazine was founded in by Ralph Paul Gernhardt. In 1981, the Gerber/Hart Library was opened. In 1991, the Chicago Gay and Lesbian Hall of Fame was established. In 1997, Larry McKeon became the first openly gay member of the Illinois State Legislature. 21st century 2000s In 2003, Horizons Community Center renamed itself as the Center on Halsted. In 2007, it moved into its permanent location at the corner of Halsted and Waveland in Boystown, Chicago. In 2006, the 2006 Gay Games were held in Chicago from July 15–July 22. 2010–present Governor Pat Quinn signed legislation introducing civil unions to Illinois. It took effect on June 1, 2014. References LGBT history in Illinois