Hap's Irish Pub Inc

Many years ago, Hap's Irish Pub, previously known as the "Tin Front", was a famous traditional irish pub in America. Started by the legendary Gordon Thomas, it became the local hangout for the students from the University of Cincinnati School of Music. They were led by an amazing hammer dulcimer player Malcome Douglish and friends. Search for them on the net. Live folk music and folk songs from early evening to late night. If you arrived late on busy nights you had to wait outside in the rain. During music and sing along sessions this pub was often packed tight! Many international vistors and musicians dropped in. Gordon's daughter, Tracy Thomas, became a celebrity and legend at Hap's for her beautiful songs and strong voice. Her frequent and beautiful rendition of "The Parting Glass" caused many tears. It was a small hole in the wall pub, with old black paneling, previously located in the small barbershop next door. Gordon Thomas purchased the present building next door, where the bar is now, because he wanted to expand, and that then became the present Hap's. Live traditional music every wednesday and weekends continued and attracted irish celebrities, such as the famous traditional singer Mary Black and classical music flutist James Galway. You can see their pictures proudly posted near the dartboard and back door. It was also a popular meeting place for intellectuals.