Gay Bar Baseball T-Shirts

Classic Gay Bar Woody's isn't so gay any longer.

Vintage ad for Pier 9 Gay Bar/Disco in Washington DC

Often described as the gay Cheers, Little Jim’s was the first gay bar in Boystown when it opened in 1975, making it the second-oldest gay bar in Chicago. In the early days, the bar had darkened windows to protect the safety of its customers. Within a few years of opening, more gay bars followed Little Jim's lead into the neighborhood. The divey, late-night spot became both a Boystown institution and one of the longest-running independently owned bars in the Chicago. A big part of the bar's legacy is that it was the first and only bar on Halsted Street to be fully integrated. Black, white, and Hispanic people all mingled and socialized there – literally everyone was welcome.

Vintage 247 Bar newspaper ad. Phila, PA.

Poor Pamela. fairly certain she wouldn't be welcome anyway!

Tugs Belltown Tavern is considered by many to be the best Seattle gay bar of all time. The legendary Tugs opened their doors in October 1976 at 2207 1st Ave. and quickly showed the city what a gay bar could be. The tavern hosted a wide variety of musical style theme nights, making the transition from jukebox-only to live DJs in '78. They had a downstairs DJ booth where patrons could walk up to the window and look at the record being played. Customers would dance until dawn, often spilling into the streets or up on the roof in the small hours. Tugs also hosted live shows, movie nights, and tons of other regular events (every Saturday was Spaghetti Night!) which were all detailed in a monthly calendar that was designed and printed by hand.

Originally a leather bar with an obvious western theme when it opened in 1974, this West Village gay bar eventually played host to a rather diverse crowd with campy drag shows in it's latter years up until it's closing in 2014. This design celebrates Boots & Saddle's earliest incarnation that would end up becoming a 40-year old icon of New York's diverse LGBT scene.

Gay Bar Image Series

Vintage advert for Bradley's, a gay bar in San Francisco, California around the 1970s

Defunct Starlite Lounge Bar Gay Nightclub NYC

It's a gay bar, Pamela.

Backstreet Bar Vintage Retro LGBT Gay Ptown Provincetown

I like long romantic walks to the bar is a fresh and fun design from BearlyBrand that is perfect for those in the LGBTQ+ community who love to party. With a cheeky play on words, this design is sure to turn heads and start conversations wherever you go. Featuring a bold font, this design will make you feel confident and ready to hit the town. It's perfect for a night out with friends, a date with that special someone, or just a fun evening of dancing and drinks. Whether you're gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender, this design is a celebration of love, community, and living life to the fullest. So why wait? Grab your dancing shoes and head out the door – the bar is calling your name!

Passing over? Why not stop by Tucker's Bar for a Jack and Coke. In fact, make that two.

Queer bars and clubs lost quite a few legendary spaces over time. Gathering places favored by homosexuals have operated for centuries. Like non-gay establishments they serve as a meeting place and LGBT community focal point, in which conversation, relaxation, and meeting potential romantic and sexual partners is the primary focus of the clientele. Historically and continuing in many continuing in many communities, gay bars have been valued by patrons as the only place closeted gay men and lesbians can be open and demonstrative about their sexuality without fear of discovery. court rulings nation wide that gays could peacefully assemble at bars lead to the opening of the Stonewall Inn in 1967, which in turn led to the 1969 Stonewall Riots

he Manhole was opened by Joe Mallien and Mike Dziuba, as probably the first gay leather bar in Northeastern Wisconsin.

The Brig // Defunct Gay Bar Dartmouth MA

Queer bars and clubs lost quite a few legendary spaces over time. Gathering places favored by homosexuals have operated for centuries. Like non-gay establishments they serve as a meeting place and LGBT community focal point, in which conversation, relaxation, and meeting potential romantic and sexual partners is the primary focus of the clientele. Historically and continuing in many continuing in many communities, gay bars have been valued by patrons as the only place closeted gay men and lesbians can be open and demonstrative about their sexuality without fear of discovery. court rulings nation wide that gays could peacefully assemble at bars lead to the opening of the Stonewall Inn in 1967, which in turn led to the 1969 Stonewall Riots

Queer bars and clubs lost quite a few legendary spaces over time. Gathering places favored by homosexuals have operated for centuries. Like non-gay establishments they serve as a meeting place and LGBT community focal point, in which conversation, relaxation, and meeting potential romantic and sexual partners is the primary focus of the clientele. Historically and continuing in many continuing in many communities, gay bars have been valued by patrons as the only place closeted gay men and lesbians can be open and demonstrative about their sexuality without fear of discovery. court rulings nation wide that gays could peacefully assemble at bars lead to the opening of the Stonewall Inn in 1967, which in turn led to the 1969 Stonewall Riots

It's A Gay Bar, Pamela Meme Anti Trump in Minneapolis

We're near the Police Academy -- just come around back.

Howell Street

Queer bars and clubs lost quite a few legendary spaces over time. Gathering places favored by homosexuals have operated for centuries. Like non-gay establishments they serve as a meeting place and LGBT community focal point, in which conversation, relaxation, and meeting potential romantic and sexual partners is the primary focus of the clientele. Historically and continuing in many continuing in many communities, gay bars have been valued by patrons as the only place closeted gay men and lesbians can be open and demonstrative about their sexuality without fear of discovery. court rulings nation wide that gays could peacefully assemble at bars lead to the opening of the Stonewall Inn in 1967, which in turn led to the 1969 Stonewall Riots

Vintage flyer for The Kokpit, gay bar in San Francisco

Queer bars and clubs lost quite a few legendary spaces over time. Gathering places favored by homosexuals have operated for centuries. Like non-gay establishments they serve as a meeting place and LGBT community focal point, in which conversation, relaxation, and meeting potential romantic and sexual partners is the primary focus of the clientele. Historically and continuing in many continuing in many communities, gay bars have been valued by patrons as the only place closeted gay men and lesbians can be open and demonstrative about their sexuality without fear of discovery. court rulings nation wide that gays could peacefully assemble at bars lead to the opening of the Stonewall Inn in 1967, which in turn led to the 1969 Stonewall Riots

Vintage flyer for Castaways South. Your Host will greet you. Howie, John and John L will serve you. From circa 1970s

Closed bar in the Gayborhood, Philadelphia, PA.

Wolfs, 3404 30th St., 1987–2005. An important venue for the leather community.

Defunct 80s LOVE BOAT Latino Gay Nightclub Bar NYC

This Retro Gay Bar design is purple, kitschy, and utterly fabulous! Sitting on mid century modern barstools, drinking their fun, pink beverages, these dapper gentlemen are having a gay ol’ time. The hunky bartender with a pink bowtie is already pouring the next round. The silhouettes of atomic liquor bottles line the wall and the vintage 1960’s sputnik style light fixture hangs off to the side. The only thing straight about this bar is the bar!

Wolfs, 3404 30th St., 1987–2005. An important venue for the leather community.

he Manhole was opened by Joe Mallien and Mike Dziuba, as probably the first gay leather bar in Northeastern Wisconsin.

“Twin Peaks” opened in 1972 and is in the center of the Castro District of San Francisco.

Advert for Sundays at Fantasia, drink specials at Melbourne bar Fantasia from the 80s/90s

Pride-themed hearts bar

Show your levels are all full with this cute Life Power Gay Status Indicator Bar for you or the gamer (or Gaymer) in your life