25 years ago this article appeared in Lavender Magazine, covering the first 25 years of the Atons, and featuring the then-upcoming Atons Silver Anniversary run. The article includes details about the founding of Minnesota Leather Pride and The Black Guard of Minneapolis. It also includes quotes from Russ Helbig, a founder of Knights of Leather.
The Atons of Minneapolis is a leather social club for gay, bisexual, and men who have sex with men, along with our friends. The club is dedicated to promoting a positive image of leather through social activities. We seek to foster both the unity and diversity of the leather communities and work to encourage local, national, and international fellowship.
Founded in 1972, the Atons are one of the United State’s oldest continuously active Leather/Levi social fraternities.
The Atons are a proud member of the Mid-America Conference of Clubs
The Atons are a proud sponsor of Minnesota Leather Pride.
All are welcome at our events. And that means you.
