George's Lounge

George’s is the second oldest operating bar in Downtown Canton, following only Brewster’s in age. The Lounge opened in 1959. It wasn’t until 1979 when the bar moved from Piedmont to its current location on Cleveland Ave. Known for live music, burgers, beer, and an all around good time, the Lounge is loved by Cantonites well-acquainted with Downtown.

The bar embraces its place in the Arts District of Downtown with live music often and a mural of Hank Williams on the side. Originally, an attorney from Canton named David Dingwell had wanted to pay for a mural in Massillon, but no space could be found so the side of George's was chosen. The mural was put together by Tim Carmany, who intended the polarizing split between Williams’ portrait and the graffiti style lettering surrounding him. Carmany intended a blend of old and new style to allow people to appreciate the mural. Williams was the chosen portrait for the mural as he had passed away on his way to a show in Canton, January 1, 1953.

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