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The Oldest Bar in Every State in America

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Alabama

The original proprietor of the Peerless Saloon, located in Anniston, was Robert E. "Daddy" Garner, known for serving its own Old Wildcat whiskey.

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Alaska

Located in Kodiak, Alaska, the B&B Bar's liquor license is the oldest liquor license issued in the state. The bar only serves bottles of beer — nothing on tap — and is cash only.

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Arizona

Among the early patrons of The Palace, situated on Whiskey Row in Prescott, Arizona, were Wyatt Earp, Virgil Earp, and Doc Holliday.

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Arkansas

Even after gambling was declared illegal in 1913, the Ohio Club's casino and sports book remained open and in operation until 1967.

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California

Built during the Gold Rush days for Captain Isaac Morgan, who also owned an apple orchard and schooner building, Smiley's Schooner Saloon, in Bolinas, California,

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Colorado

Originally known as the Board of Trade Saloon when it opened in the Clipper Building, in Leadville, the Legendary Silver Dollar Saloon has been entertaining people since 1879.

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Connecticut

The Griswold Inn, located in Essex, was established during the American Revolution and survived an 1814 raid by the British during the War of 1812.

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Delaware

Initially called Cantwell's Bridge Hotel and Tavern, this Odessa Federal building was built by William Polk and remained in operation for the next 100 years.

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