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| name = Annabell's Bar and Lounge | |||
== External | | image = Annabells.jpg | ||
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| location = Akron, Ohio | |||
| address = 784 West Market Street | |||
| opened = | |||
| closed = 2023 | |||
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| website = [https://www.facebook.com/annabellsakron/ Facebook page] | |||
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{{OhioVenueVerified}} | |||
'''Annabell's Bar and Lounge''' was a bar and live-music venue located in Akron, Ohio. The establishment served as a performance space for local and regional musicians, DJs, and a variety of grassroots events. For decades, it was embedded in Akron’s music community, especially in the Highland Square neighborhood. | |||
== History == | |||
Annabell’s had been a fixture of the Akron nightlife and underground music scene for many years. According to a retrospective published in The Akron Beacon Journal, former owner Freddie Salem recounted the venue’s long history, indicating it had functioned as a neighborhood bar and community gathering place.<ref>{{OHMScite | |||
| url = https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/2015/08/19/a-brief-history-annabell-s/10727077007/ | |||
| title = A brief history of Annabell’s, according to former owner | |||
| website = The Akron Beacon Journal | |||
| date = August 19, 2015 | |||
| access-date = 2025-12-01 | |||
}}</ref> | |||
In May 2023, the venue was served with an eviction notice and given a deadline to vacate the premises.<ref>{{OHMScite | |||
| url = https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/05/19/annabells-music-venue-eviction-closing-akron-highland-square/70235409007/ | |||
| title = Annabell's, a Highland Square and Akron music landmark, faces eviction | |||
| website = The Akron Beacon Journal | |||
| date = May 19, 2023 | |||
| access-date = 2025-12-01 | |||
}}</ref> Shortly thereafter, the venue announced closure via its Facebook page.<ref>{{OHMScite | |||
| url = https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/local/2023/05/22/annabells-bar-lounge-officially-announced-its-closure-highland-square-akron/70242566007/ | |||
| title = Annabell's Bar & Lounge officially announces its closure | |||
| website = The Akron Beacon Journal | |||
| date = May 22, 2023 | |||
| access-date = 2025-12-01 | |||
}}</ref> | |||
== External links == | |||
* [https://www.facebook.com/annabellsakron/ Official Facebook page (now closed)] | |||
== References == | |||
{{Reflist}} | |||
[[Category:Music venues in Ohio]] | |||
[[Category:Music venues in Akron, Ohio]] | |||
[[Category:Former venues in Akron, Ohio]] | |||
[[Category:Former venues in Ohio]] | |||
Latest revision as of 05:29, 4 April 2026
| Annabell's Bar and Lounge | |
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| Location | Akron, Ohio |
| Address | 784 West Market Street |
| Opened | |
| Closed | 2023 |
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| Owner(s) | |
| Operator | |
| Website | Facebook page |
★ Ohio Venue Verified ★
Verified by the OHMS Archive Foundation.
Annabell's Bar and Lounge was a bar and live-music venue located in Akron, Ohio. The establishment served as a performance space for local and regional musicians, DJs, and a variety of grassroots events. For decades, it was embedded in Akron’s music community, especially in the Highland Square neighborhood.
History
Annabell’s had been a fixture of the Akron nightlife and underground music scene for many years. According to a retrospective published in The Akron Beacon Journal, former owner Freddie Salem recounted the venue’s long history, indicating it had functioned as a neighborhood bar and community gathering place.<ref> A brief history of Annabell’s, according to former owner, The Akron Beacon Journal, August 19, 2015. Retrieved 2025-12-01.
</ref> In May 2023, the venue was served with an eviction notice and given a deadline to vacate the premises.<ref> Annabell's, a Highland Square and Akron music landmark, faces eviction, The Akron Beacon Journal, May 19, 2023. Retrieved 2025-12-01.
</ref> Shortly thereafter, the venue announced closure via its Facebook page.<ref> Annabell's Bar & Lounge officially announces its closure, The Akron Beacon Journal, May 22, 2023. Retrieved 2025-12-01.
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External links
References
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