Today, staff members say Slammers is doing well, and in no danger of closing. A greater acceptance of the LGBTQ population, as well as cultural shifts within the community, are cited as contributing factors. The pandemic’s devastating effect on bars and restaurants has shed new light on the state of gay and lesbian bars, which have been shrinking in number for decades. Slammers in Columbus a 'safe haven' for patrons Operating Downtown on East Long Street since 1993, Slammers is the only surviving lesbian bar in Ohio, and one of just 15 left in the U.S., according to a report by Greggor Mattson, associate professor of sociology at Oberlin College and Conservatory.
News: Central Ohio cities embrace designated outdoor drinking areas “I’m not exactly sure what happened with Liquid,” said Escamilla, 36, of Downtown. Ask around, and you’ll hear about Wall Street Downtown, Summit Station (now The Summit) in North Campus and Blazer’s Pub (now Two Truths) in the Short North.ĭani Escamilla especially liked Liquid Café and Lounge (now Standard Hall), also in the Short North. Traces of the old scene in Columbus exist in the memories of people who were there.
In Columbus, like many cities, lesbian-centered nightlife is a thing of the past.
