Portland honors late drag queen Darcelle XV with new plaza for 'all walks of life'

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – As thousands of people gather for the Portland Pride Festival at the waterfront on Saturday, the Darcelle XV Plaza kicked off at last in Southwest Portland.

A year in the making, the Darcelle XV Plaza at the former O’Bryant Square will serve as a tribute to the late drag queen. Portland community members came together to honor the legendary performer.

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“It's a very emotional day for me.