Shirley's (Norfolk, Virginia Lesbian Bar) feminist tees A Taste of Leather –

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Known for its bold presence and loyal community

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Shirley's (Norfolk, Virginia Lesbian Bar) feminist tees A Taste of Leather –Shirleys Norfolk, VA (Opened 1978)Opened in 1978, Shirleys was Norfolks earliest documented lesbian bar and a cornerstone of the citys queer womens nightlife. With all day hours (often from 9 a. m. to 2 a. m), a pool table, pinball machine, dance floor, and a welcoming space for people of all genders, it provided sanctuary and social connection when such venues were rare.