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GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 10d

It's LGBTQ History Month.

Please invite your friends to share their gay bar history in our GayBarchives Facebook Group!

The more the merrier.
facebook.com/groups/GayBa...
#LetsMakeGayHistory #ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

GayBarchives keeps our history on the record — and our memories alive - News Is Out

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 11d

COULD WE GET ANY FAMOUSER?

Thank you Dana Piccoli and News is Out for this fabulous article.
GayBarchives is thrilled to be part of your LGBTQ History Month coverage.
newsisout.com/2025/10/gayb...
PLEASE SHARE THIS WITH YOUR FRIENDS and help us document #queerhistory.
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

Art Smith’s GayBarchives project is preserving the history of LGBTQ+ bars worldwide, keeping the stories and spaces that built queer community alive.

newsisout.com

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 11d

THANK YOU for sharing this!
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 12d

WE ARE WORLD FAMOUS!
Our Logo is displayed in BANGKOK!
Rainbow Dragon Silom ❤ Front window.
#GayBarchives #ilovegaybars #gayASIA
Thank you Shawn !

Richard Ramey shows his appreciation for the #GayBarchives project. #ChicagoEagle #AtlantaEagle

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 17d

At GayBarchives we celebrate #LGBTQhistory every day.
#ilovegaybars
Support our efforts at:
cash.app/$GayBarchives or paypal.me/GayBarchives
#GayBarchives

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 17d

We <3 the bar owners who <3 us!

Richard Ramey shows his appreciation for #GayBarchives. #ChicagoEagle #AtlantaEagle

Our gay bar history is vital to our community. Help us preserve the stories of these places.

youtu.be/SMAtV_JScTE

Visit LOVE.GayBarchives.com for more info
#ilovegaybars

The CHICAGO EAGLE has landed. Get the scoop on the new Chicago Eagle and find out what's in store.

Reposted by GayBarchives

Wisconsin LGBTQ History Project @wislgbtqhistory.bsky.social · 22d

Explore over 550 historic LGBTQ sites in Wisconsin -- from anywhere in the world!

Today, we've launched a whole new Places experience -- including a new look, filtering capabilities, and mapping -- to make our history more accessible and inclusive than ever.

VISIT: tinyurl.com/queerplaces25

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GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 22d

Add this to your bucket list: The all new Chicago Eagle is now open.

#gayChicago #ilovegaybars #gay

Richard &Charlie reveal their plans for Chicago's newest leather bar.
youtu.be/qjkP6iawtE0

Discover what they have planned for New Years Eve!

#GayBarchives #Eagle #LeviLeather

NUMBERS have been a popular source of #GayBar names How many have you been to? #ilovegaybars

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 23d

CONGRATULATIONS
Aquaplex and Club One!

<3 Traveler's Favorites by Trip Advisor☑

www.tripadvisor.com/Attractions-...

#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #ThePrideBars

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GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · 24d

Another new EAGLE will be opening soon.

Medellín's new home for men, leather, and play.
Designed as a true Eagle bar — unapologetically masculine, fetish-friendly, and built for connection, Eagle Medellín promises an experience that's raw, authentic, and unforgettable.

#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Sep 17

Must be my lucky day!

Just received some vintage #GayBar schwag from Kim Costanzo. #Bedrox #LightedTree #gaystpete #gayFL

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Sep 16

NUMBERS have been a popular source of #GayBar names How many have you been to? #ilovegaybars
The word 'Numbers' has also been used, in reference to the slang for 'tricks'.
youtu.be/zlKpNU6MoE4
This slideshow illustrates quite a collection of them.
Have I missed any? #GayBarchives #Numbers

68 Denny Lyon: Washington DC - Lost and Found, The Pier and Nellie's

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Sep 14

Today we mourn the loss of a GayBarchives member, Denny Lyon.

In remembrance of his life, please take a look at his #GayBarchives interview and comment with your memories.
youtu.be/cNE3h6X-rHY
#RIP #GoneTooSoon #GayDC

Flights of Fancy: Gay Bars named after BIRDS! How many have you visited? #gayBirds #ilovegaybars

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Sep 10

Flights of Fancy: Gay Bars named after BIRDS! How many have you visited? #gayBirds #ilovegaybars

Over the years DOZENS of gay bars have been named after birds. Common birds. Exotic birds. Bird feathers. Suggestive bird names.

youtube.com/shorts/HQ8wJ...

#GayBarchives #lgbthistory

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THE CAVEN EMPIRE: Sixty+ Gay Bars - Michael Caven Spills the Tea about his years with Frank Caven

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Sep 6

Michael Caven talks about his years with Frank Caven, who created dozens of memorable gay bars. OP, JR's, El Goya, Sue Ellen's, Village Station and many more.
youtu.be/DbzQ1Z0o_6I
Caven Enterprises still operates today - dominating the Dallas bar scene.
#gayTX #ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #gayDallas

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Sep 2

We have a very special place in our hearts for the #BarOwners who support GayBarchives.
These are our newest Founding Members - all the way from Bangkok Thailand.
Thank you for helping expand our reach to Southeast Asia and beyond!

#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives
Please visit love.gaybarchives.com

We have a very special place in our hearts for the #BarOwners who support GayBarchives.
These are our two newest Founding Members - all the way from Bangkok Thailand.
Thank you Shawn and David for helping expand our reach to Southeast Asia and beyond!
We <3 you!
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #queerhistory
To learn more about how you can support our mission, please visit http://Love.GayBarchives.com

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Aug 30

J0IN US!

IT'S FREE!

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GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Aug 28

Got my Certificate from CultureDash today

It's always great to see Don D'Arminio and Marc Martorana !

culturedash.org/cs-individua...

Glad the manatee was able to join us! Claudia Castillo Quintana

Gay Bars are for the BIRDS! Albatross, Raven, Swallow, Eagles, Parrot - and many more. #ilovegaybars

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Aug 27

Gay Bars are for the BIRDS!

Some are named after: Albatross, Ravens, Swallows, Eagles, Parrots - and many more. #ilovegaybars How many bird-inspired gay bars have you visited?

youtu.be/Yjxn0KygXf8 #GayBarchives #lgbthistory #NameThatBar

FYI: The single most popular name for gay bars is a BIRD.

Double entendres. Slang terms. Suggestive names. Many gay bars have used tongue in cheek names.

GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Aug 18

Double entendres. Slang terms. Suggestive names. Many gay bars have used tongue in cheek names. What is your favorite 'erotic' gay bar name? Where was it? What was it like?
youtu.be/I_Fu-GgUGXI
Roosters, bananas, balls, BJs, holes and more.
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #queerhistory

THE SKY'S THE LIMIT! Nearly 100 #GayBars with Celestial Names. #ilovegaybars #heavenly #stars

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GayBarchives @gaybarchives.bsky.social · Aug 8

THE SKY'S THE LIMIT! This video slideshow contains the logos of nearly 100 #GayBars with Celestial Names. #ilovegaybars #heavenly #stars
Did we miss any? What was your favorite gay bar with a heavenly name?
youtu.be/KrNHbDG6bvc

Subscribe to our YT channel. #GayBarchives