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Bar Dance|Disco|Cruising
2578 N Richards St
Milwaukee, WI 53212
State Region
Southeast WI
Neighborhood
Riverwest
Year Opened: 1981
Year Closed: 1981
Exact Date Opened: Sunday, March 01, 1981
Exact Date Closed: Sunday, May 31, 1981
Clientele Primarily Identified As
Gay, Black
Cheeks promised cheap drinks, dance contests, and heavy cruising, but only survived three short months. The building is no longer standing.

INPUT ALWAYS WELCOME!
We are always looking for photos of the exterior and interiors of Bars and other Places, as well as information about ownership, activities and opening and closing background info about Places. We welcome your input and photos!
INPUT ALWAYS WELCOME!
We are always looking for photos of the exterior and interiors of Bars and other Places, as well as information about ownership, activities and opening and closing background info about Places. We welcome your input and photos!
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