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Western saloon facts for kids

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A Western saloon was a special kind of bar that was very popular in the American Old West. These places were important gathering spots in towns during the 1800s.

The very first saloon opened in Brown's Hole, Wyoming, in 1822. It was a place for fur trappers to relax and socialize. Over time, saloons became common in many towns across the American frontier.

Buckhorn Saloon, Pinos Altos
The Buckhorn Saloon in Pinos Altos, New Mexico

What Happened in a Saloon?

Saloons offered many ways for people to have fun. Visitors could play different card games like poker and faro. They also enjoyed dice games and billiards. Some saloons even had darts and bowling.

To make things more lively, many saloons featured entertainment. You might hear a piano player making music, or see "can-can" girls performing dances. Sometimes, there were even short plays or skits. A famous person named Wyatt Earp owned and worked in several saloons during his life.

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Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Saloon para niños

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