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Retail
2700 W. Wells St
Milwaukee, WI
State Region
Southeast WI
Neighborhood
Avenues West
Year Opened: 1973
Year Closed: 1976
Exact Date Opened: Unknown
Exact Date Closed: Unknown
Clientele Primarily Identified As
Mixed, Black
According to national gay guides, J&R was an adult bookstore that sold gay magazines and films between 1973 and 1976. After years of neglect and vacancy, the building was extensively restored in 2010. We welcome any available information about this location.

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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