Stork Club

Stork Club[edit | edit source]

The Stork Club was a famous nightclub in Manhattan, New York City. It was a symbol of café society, where the elite of New York, Hollywood stars, and wealthy patrons would gather.

History[edit | edit source]

The Stork Club was established in 1929 by Sherman Billingsley, a former bootlegger. It quickly became one of the most prestigious clubs in New York City, attracting a clientele of celebrities, politicians, and wealthy socialites.

Location[edit | edit source]

The club was originally located at 132 West 58th Street, but moved several times before settling at its final location at 3 East 53rd Street in 1940.

Notable Patrons[edit | edit source]

The Stork Club was frequented by many notable figures of the time, including Ernest Hemingway, Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra, and J. Edgar Hoover. It was also a popular spot for New York's high society, including the Vanderbilt family and the Rockefeller family.

Legacy[edit | edit source]

The Stork Club closed in 1965, but its legacy lives on. It is often referenced in popular culture and is remembered as a symbol of an era when New York City was the epicenter of glamour and sophistication.

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