Clementine's (St. Louis Gay Leather Bar/1978-2014) Size:L Operating through the 1970s and

Operating through the 1970s and ’80s and 90's

more a series of encounters than a traditional story

a discreet stash of snacks

eyes locked on the camera — wasn’t just shock value

Known for its sharp-dressed crowd

Clementine's (St. Louis Gay Leather Bar/1978-2014) Size:L Operating through the 1970s andClementines St. Louis, MO (19782014) Founded in 1978 by Wally Thomas, Clementines began as a Levi leather cruise barlow lit, coded, and essential at a time when spaces like it operated with a degree of discretion. Early on, it served as a crucial meeting point for the local gay community, offering both connection and continuity in an era when those spaces were limited. By the mid 80s, new ownership (Jim Briscoe, Garry Reed, and Jan Kelly) helped