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Atlas ObscuraJan 6, 2026

Plywood Palace in Moquah, Wisconsin

Three hours northeast of Minneapolis, the Moquah Bar gained the affectionate nickname "Plywood Palace" as a result of its less-than-sturdy construction. After a fire took the original bar down, lovable owner "Bud" assembled the bar with little more than scrap wood. Inside, you'll find dollar bills (and underwear) taped to the ceiling, inscriptions on the walls from just about every drunken pass…

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