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Oldest gay bar in Texas set to close unless it can raise another $5k

Summary by gaycities.com
Robert’s Lafitte in Galveston, Texas (Facebook) A gay bar in Galveston, Texas, faces closure unless it can raise money for some urgent repairs. According to The Independent, Robert’s Lafitte is the oldest gay bar in the state. It’s been operating since at least 1965, first as Lafitte’s – a discreet and welcoming space for everyone, including the LGBTQ+ community. It gained its current name five years later when it was bought by the late Robert M…
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gaycities.com broke the news on Friday, May 8, 2026.
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