Cleo's Brown Beam Tavern

Bar

205 W. College Ave
Appleton, WI 54911

State Region

Northeast WI

Year Opened: 1970
Still in Business

Exact Date Opened: Unknown
Exact Date Closed: Unknown

Clientele Primarily Identified As

Mixed

Operating since 1970 in downtown Appleton, this Christmas-themed cocktail lounge was listed in national gay guides from 1977 to 1982. Today, it continues the welcoming and inclusive spirit of founder Cleo Brown (1920-2021.)

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