When it opened, the saloon was originally called "The Old House at Home". McSorley's has long claimed that it opened its doors in 1854; however, historical research has shown that the site was a vacant lot from 1860 to 1861 John McSorley first appeared in city directories in 1862, and the building his bar occupies was built no earlier than 1858, according to city records.
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My home away from home - Happy Anniversary everyone -
" Be good or be gone"
Only the fittest survive. ;)
Yay, heading over there to celebrate 🥳 ☘️...a lovely family they are🤗
Cheers to another 170 years!
When it opened, the saloon was originally called "The Old House at Home". McSorley's has long claimed that it opened its doors in 1854; however, historical research has shown that the site was a vacant lot from 1860 to 1861
John McSorley first appeared in city directories in 1862, and the building his bar occupies was built no earlier than 1858, according to city records.
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