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A speakeasy is a place where alcoholic beverages are illegally sold, especially such establishments that existed in the United States during the Prohibition era (1920-33). In more recent years the term has also applied to legal bars that are modeled on historical speakeasies.
The Speakeasies of the 1920s. Courtesy of New York Public Library. This 1927 program for the Cotton Club, New York’s foremost nightclub and speakeasy during Prohibition and many years beyond it, advertised Cab Calloway and his orchestra. The program shows that the club, featuring African-American performers, catered to a wealthy white crowd.
Oct 26, 2019 · The Patterson House, Nashville, Tennessee. Marcus Baney/Courtesy of The Patterson. This Tennessee bar takes the history of the speakeasy seriously. Its dark wood paneling and silver wallpaper ...
Jun 13, 2022 · The term speakeasy is thought to have come from the patrons having to whisper (or, speak “easy”) when attempting to enter the hidden bar. 2. The History of Speakeasies. As soon as Prohibition went into effect in 1920, law enforcement agents began shutting down bars and clubs across the country.
1920s Speakeasy, touch of color by LOA. Speakeasies, illegal taverns that sell alcoholic beverages, came to an all-time high during the Prohibition era in the United States from 1920 to 1933. These bars, also called blind pigs or blind tigers, were often operated by organized crime members.
Apr 6, 2022 · Speakeasy-style bars hearken back to the Prohibition era, often in basement locations with inconspicuous entrances. Columbus has some fun examples.
Sep 15, 2017 · Speakeasy fans have essentially agreed to trade the ability to preview their bar ahead of time for a superior drinking experience. Mr. Cannon beverage director and head bartender Chris Kearns...
