EXPLORE YOUR GAY BAR HISTORY WITH US!

Thank you to everyone who joined, posted, commented on and liked our posts.
See what all the fuss is about at facebook.com/groups/GayBa...
#ilovegaybars #LGBTQhistory #GayBarchives #famouser

GayDays a Premier LBGTQ+ Vaction Destination GayDays® Orlando is not a single-day event, it is the #1 premier LGBTQ+ vacation experience occurring over 5 days during the weekend in June. GayDays® is comprised of multiple events staged at world f...

CONGRATS ON 35 YEARS!
Florida has a LONG history of serving our community through bars, safe spaces and events.
We are delighted to partner with Gay Days for this year's festivities. They are celebrating 35 YEARS in Orlando!
FOR TICKETS: GayDays.com
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#GayBarchives

Hey, Google. What do you know about the GayBarchives group?

The GayBarchives group is a significant online community dedicated to documenting & preserving the history of LGBTQ+ social spaces & nightlife. It currently boasts a membership of over 37,000 members on Facebook.
#GayBarchives #famouser

GoGo Boys Talking!
Who knew?
Here's a little diversion for your Monday. youtu.be/g4b76QGxwdg
Filmed LIVE at LeBoy FTL featuring Travis LeBoy, Bruce Grayson & Zachary Marshall #ilovegaybars #SexSells #GayBarchives

GayBarchives is getting #famouser!
I did an incognito search on Google, asking "Where can I find out about gay bar history online?"

I was delighted by the response. SEE THE RESULTS BELOW

Let's Make [more] Gay History!
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #Famouser

WHAT? ATLANTA and SOUTH FLORIDA in one interview? How exciting!

Tom LeNoble relives his glory days in Atlanta and South Florida: Stephen's Saloon, Marlin Beach, Backstreet, Copa, Melody Club and more.
#ilovegaybars

MORE ABOUT TOM: TomLeNoble.com youtu.be/uFJLjoFQ63E
#GayBarchives #LGBTQhistory

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TODAY'S GOOGLE SEARCH:
"What is the largest LGBTQ bar group on Facebook?"

GayBarchives is a very large and active Facebook group dedicated to documenting and archiving LGBTQ+ bars, having reached over 20,000 members as of February 2026.

#famouser facebook.com/groups/GayBa... #GayBarchives

WEIRD! Peculiar. Unusual. Bizarre. Odd. Strange names for gay bars around the world. What's your favorite?
Sometimes you scratch your head and ask 'Where did they get that name?'
youtu.be/_9PZRu_deMs
Have you run across any crazy names for LGBTQ+ bars and venues?
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

Watermark Out News 2026 WONDER Awards: Tampa Bay voting round - Watermark Out News The Watermark Out News: Diversity, Excellence and Resilience Awards, or WONDER Awards, recognize Central Florida and Tampa Bay's best.

PLEASE VOTE!
GayBarchives has made the FINALS in two categories:
>>Category #9 Local Website
>>Category #12 Local Content Creator [non-adult content]

watermarkoutnews.com/2026/01/29/w...
#ilovegaybars #FAMOUSER #GayBarchives
ANYONE WITH AN EMAIL ADDRESS CAN VOTE!

January 20th, 2026 - Art Smith (GayBarchives)

He said I was the bestest most awesomer guest EVER! And he gave me his Noble Piece Prize*.

>>LISTEN HERE: open.spotify.com/episode/0T2U...

Thank you Chris of The Big Gay Radio Show for this awesome opportunity! It was great chatting with you, Esme Russell and Mr. Vyn Suazion today.
#GayBarchives

THE TIME HAS COME.
I'm about to be FAMOUS!

Check out my latest interview on WMNF Community Radio or the WMNF app LIVE on Tuesday January 20 2026 at 11 am Eastern time, or on their podcast after 5pm the same day.
Thank you Chris Lawrence for this opportunity

NOW, what should I wear?
#GayBarchives

SHARING IS CARING!

The #GayBarchives project arose out of the realization that the memories of our safe spaces and sanctuaries were being forgotten. Their role in building our vibrant and colorful community was being swept under the carpet.

 archives.gaybarchives.com

#ilovegaybars #queerhistory

In the words of #GayBarchives friend Scott Simon,
"Be like my friends at @gaybarchives www.instagram.com/gaybarchives/ and support local LGBTQ+ spaces! (And look out for their stickers—they are everywhere)."
#lgbtqhistory #ilovegaybars #hohoho #Famouser

The GayBarchives t-shirt collection is growing!
Thank you Stonewall Bali for sending these shirts!
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #ThePrideBars

Explore the legendary Oscar's Palm Springs with Dan Gore: Celebrities, Production Drag &the Desert Gay Oasis

youtu.be/9mdKQ5CrjCE

#GayBars The world's oldest Drag Queen? Check! Bruce Vilanch, Barbara Eden and Priscilla Presley? David Archuleta?
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

FOR YOUR TURKEY DAY VIEWING PLEASURE:

Pride Bars: Stonewall Hotel Sydney Australia - Gay Down Under! #ThePrideBars #ilovegaybars
youtu.be/MuaCdPlMyoE
#GayBarchives

FIND US IN THE CASTRO!
Moby Dick Bar has long been a friend and supporter of GayBarchives.
Thank you Joe and Scot for displaying our poster and decals in your windows!
❤ #ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #lgbthistory

Kurt's Place permanently closes in Tampa - Watermark Out News Kurt’s Place, which began operating at the former City Side Lounge less than four months ago, permanently closed Nov. 23.

I have been watching this situation unravel since the bar opened in August.
I hope someone will revive the bar under responsible ownership and preserve a decades-long legacy of safe spaces that have occupied that building.

watermarkoutnews.com/2025/11/25/k...

#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #gayFL

PRESERVED! MORE THAN 5000 GAY BAR LOGOS in one video slideshow! #ilovegaybars #ThePrideBars #GayBarchives
No audio - just a stroll through gay history
youtu.be/iovF9L_ssGU
The World's Largest Collection of Logos of Queer Spaces. Comment on your favorite bar[s] & share this video with your friends.

STAY TUNED!

Coming Soon: A new logo video featuring more than FIVE THOUSAND logos from Gay, Queer and LGBTQ+ inclusive bars.

#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel and be sure not to miss it.
youtube.com/@GayBarchives #gayhistory #ThePrideBars

Ron Naples remembers Auntie Brie and his gay adventures in NYC & San Francisco. His story is erotic, historic, compelling. Take a peek into the Disco Era and relive the 'good old days'.
youtu.be/M30wKfjrA4E
#LGBTQhistory #ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

Take a walk down memory lane with Ron Naples

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

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

THANK YOU for sharing this!
#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives

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

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

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

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

CONGRATULATIONS
Aquaplex and Club One!

<3 Traveler's Favorites by Trip Advisor☑

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#ilovegaybars #GayBarchives #ThePrideBars

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