Leatherneck Bar (Chicago Gay Leather Bar) trans marking the end of one

marking the end of one of the last classic West Side leather bars

boot-stomping haunt where two-stepping met cruising

and uninhibited atmosphere that drew locals and travelers alike

drag shows by Ryan Landry and the Gold Dust Orphans

this intimate spot comfortably sat in Provincetown's queer scene during the 70's

Leatherneck Bar (Chicago Gay Leather Bar) trans marking the end of oneLeatherneck was a distinctive and daring gay leather bar located in downtown Chicago (the Loop). Featuring a mezzanine and a dungeon style upstairs space where the Windy City Bondage Club hosted immersive events. Operated by the enigmatic John Birchalso associated with Metropolitan Slave magazineit became known as more of a social hangout than a hypersexual venue, offering a unique mix of kink, camaraderie, and cultural subtext. All t shirt designs