Our Mission
The Blue Suede Sisters is a group of 21st century drag nuns and a House of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. We celebrate the diversity of the communities we serve, promote social awareness, educate, enlighten, and advocate for those in need of a shoulder to lean on. Our tools are irreverent humor and self expression. And make up… and dresses… and heels… and rubber chickens covered in glitter.
What We Do
We use our outrageous appearance as a vehicle to educate the public on safer sex issues, fight for queer rights and visibility, address women’s issues, bring to light the needs of homeless youth, and support other community organizations that share our vision.
The Organization
Although the San Francisco House (founded in 1979) is often referred to as the “Mother House”, the Sisters have no central seat of power and no single ruling body. Each House is an autonomous, unique group with its own Habits, culture, and rules. Just as the San Francisco House is a reflection of the culture that surrounds it, so the Blue Suede Sisters is a reflection of its own environment. For more information please visit thesisters.org.
Upcoming Events
2022 TAP Gala : Light Up The Night
October 8, 2022 PM
Positive Connections
Maner Conference Center
1717 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, Kansas
October 8, 2022
6:00 PM
The TAP Gala is a benefit dinner and auction for Positive Connections, which advocates and provides comprehensive services to individuals who are impacted by HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, and Hepatitis C. Sister Twinkle Van Winkle, Novice Sister Kat Ion, and Missionary Sister Mernerva Albus Bellefeuille Siren will be in attendance.
purchase ticketsWYXR 91.7 FM
October 23, 2022
WE BELONG radio show with Dee Torrell
Tune in to WYXR 91.7 FM
October 23, 2022
4:00 to 5:00 PM
Music and LGBTQ+ community issues discussed with Sister Krisco Kringle.
Rainbow Rumble
November 19, 2022
Black Lodge
405 N Cleveland Street in Memphis
8:00 to 11:00 PM
More information will be available as the date approaches.
Tickets available soonin the news
Memphis Flyer
August 17, 2022
Blue Suede Sisters Host Cocktails & Chemistry at MoSH
The Commercial Appeal
May 14, 2022
Photos: Abortion rights activists rally in opposition of draft Supreme Court opinion
The Commercial Appeal
May 27, 2017
Protesters in Downtown Memphis march against “anti-gay purge” in Chechnya
