Reno V.I.P. Club (Reno Gay Gay Bar and Resort/1966-1988) Size:M where gay men gathered openly

where gay men gathered openly and unapologetically in an era when visibility still carried risk

was a uniquely talented performer who moved between soap operas

unpolished leather and Levi’s bar that stood proudly apart from West Hollywood gloss

not reinvention

Reno V.I.P. Club (Reno Gay Gay Bar and Resort/1966-1988) Size:M where gay men gathered openlyThe Reno VIP Club, originally known as Daves VIP Lounge, was a foundational gay bar and resort in Reno, Nevada. It opened in 1966 at 3001 W. Fourth Street and operated until 1988. During its 22 year run, it became a central hub for LGBTQ+ nightlife and tourism in the region. The venue was more than just a barit was a 24 hour motel and party destination featuring a pool, dance floor, and a mural of the Marlboro Man. It attracted visitors from across