Multiple Gay Nightclubs Closing in Baltimore and DC
The first night club to close on the 1000 block of North Charles St was iconic club The Hippo three years ago. According to a post by Ed Gunts (Baltimore Fishbowl) the owner of Grand Central across the street is also closing its doors. The new owners will be converting the space into a retail and office building. The previous owner Don Davis decided to retire, and move out of state. Don had sold the property to buyers Jon Pannoni and George Watson (Landmark Partners LLC), with Marc Hayes continuing to manage the night club until Jon and George was ready to start construction. Davis says there is less of a market for gay nightclubs and bars in todays times. Gay people are more welcome in more places than before. In recent years Grand Central has become more of an “Alternative” club rather than a gay club. “The social climate has changed a lot since the 1980’s , everyone is welcome everywhere, so the need for a specific gay establishment is not necessary any longer.” Don Said. The s...
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