Flint Bar Opening Honors Historic Sit-Down Strike

A historic building in Flint will be renovated into a bar themed around the Flint Sit-Down Strike from 1936 to 1937.

The building is being transformed into a new bar with the help of grant funding. Once complete, the space will reopen by blending history with a fresh destination for the community.

The new spot will be called Sit Down Taproom & Purveyor.

Where will this new bar in Flint be located?

You may recognize the building from the photo above. The address is 703 South Grand Traverse Street.

According to ABC 12, a project spokesperson shared details on the overall vibe and atmosphere of the new bar,

It will be a unique gathering place in Flint, where Flint's union history and the strength and bravery of its workers will be celebrated – and patrons can eat, drink, socialize, and learn all in one place.

As of now, no official opening date has been announced for Sit Down Taproom & Purveyor. We will be keeping a close eye on the project and will provide updates as soon as new information becomes available.

For Flint residents and visitors alike, this new addition has the potential to become a definite go-to destination, offering much more than just a place to grab a drink.

What are your thoughts on Sit Down Taproom & Purveyor? Beyond this project, what other types of developments, events, or community initiatives would you like to see happen in downtown Flint?

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