David's (Newport Rhode Island Gay Bar/1964 to 1999) vintage Boys in the Sand all community

all community

Its branding was bold for its era

the bar helped launch the International Mr

and outrun the Misfits in one commercial break

For countless people

David's (Newport Rhode Island Gay Bar/1964 to 1999) vintage Boys in the Sand all communityDavid's Newport, RI (19641999) For decades, David's was the heart of Newport's gay nightlife. Opening in the 1960s at 28 Prospect Hill Street, David's became one of Rhode Island's most beloved LGBTQ+ gathering places, serving locals, Naval personnel stationed in Newport, college students, and summer visitors alike. In a city better known for mansions and sailing than queer nightlife, David's quietly built a community that lasted for generations. Over