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Bar
2209 W National Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53204
State Region
Southeast WI
Neighborhood
South Side
Year Opened: 1988
Year Closed: 1989
Exact Date Opened: Unknown
Exact Date Closed: Unknown
Clientele Primarily Identified As
Gay
Short Circuit Lounge, a short-lived Milwaukee bar owned by someone named "Tom," advertised a comfortable atmosphere and neighborhood-bar prices. 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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