PROJECT UPDATE

Sep. 2025

Until we find a permanent home for FORGE, we’ll be holding bathhouse-style popup events at saunas, fitness studios, and other cool spaces around town. Tickets and dates are posted on our events page!

See you there <3

xo,
Hammad

FORGE

a new space for Boston’s LGBTQ+ community

Boston is very queer.

We are in the top 10 U.S. metro areas based on the size of our queer population. We are one of the most progressive cities in the U.S. We are now officially a Sanctuary City for the LGBTQ+ community.

And yet our scene is not thriving.

There is a lack of diverse, queer establishments. You can count Boston’s LGBTQ+ spaces on your fingers.

We have bars, clubs, and nightlife.
But if you go out alone, you may end up feeling even more lonely.

It’s hard to make friends in the scene.

What about a place to meet that’s not an app or a party?

A quiet place to let down your guard and be yourself?

A place where even if you go alone, you don’t feel alone?

What about a bathhouse?

Throughout history, they provide a sanctuary for healing—and in the queer community, for connection. They foster vulnerability and warmth.

Introducing:

FORGE

bathhouse and group wellness for Boston’s LGBTQ+ community

Join us

A permanent, multi-use space:

Members-only bathhouse area: sauna, steam room, pool and bathing

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Community area for group wellness classes: breathwork, partner yoga, massage instruction

Boston’s so ready for this.

We are the only top-10 city in the U.S. that doesn’t already have a queer bathhouse.

FORGE Will meet a longstanding need

Quiet, restorative, relaxing energy
Clearly designated clothing-optional spaces
Open during the afternoon when bars are not

But will also be cutting-edge

Diverse and gender-inclusive
Wellness-oriented, with group classes
Sexual health testing and resources

Hammad (he/him)

FOUNDER
Hammad is a former lawyer and COO with a passion for queer healing and liberation. He has scaled mission-driven organizations, worked with state and local government, served on nonprofit boards, and is plugged into Boston’s LGBTQ+ scene.
Scout (she/her)

COMMUNITY

Scout is a queer nightlife promoter and dyke in residence at FORGE. She is a fierce advocate for spaces that emphasize physical connection in an increasingly digital world.
Kris (He/They)

WELLNESS
A yoga instructor, reiki practitioner, and somatics coach, Kris has designed and led classes for queer people to tend to the trauma we carry in our bodies. Wellness is not just self-care, it’s community care.
Josh (He/Him)

ARCHITECTURE
Josh is a golden retriever who runs a solo architecture practice. Blending the best of historical charm with modern design and environmental care, he is an expert in Boston’s building codes, zoning, and planning agencies.
George (He/Him)

COMMUNITY
A talent recruiter and connector with a background in people operations, George builds authentic relationships that turn curiosity into commitment—and helps communities grow with intention, joy, and pride.