1101 West

1987 or early 1988. 1101 West was for many years Appleton's most popular gay/ lesbian bar, and for a time its only bar. But you could never tell from its activities: they always acted as though they had healthy competition, keeping patrons coming back with a continual flow of specials, parties, shows, guests, etc. 1101 West was both a popular dance bar, and also hosted many shows. Among many other shows, they hosted annual Mr.

and Miss 1101 West shows, and the first two Wisconsin King of Kings and Queen of Queens pageants.