Raise a Glass to Charleston’s Old Guard Tee

🎽 A Tee That Honors Dive-Bar Roots

This Big John’s Tavern Shirt wears its legacy proudly. With bold markers of “Since 1955,” “Big John’s Tavern,” and rustic, vintage bar visuals, the design taps into that raw, storied dive energy. Soft yet rugged, it’s made for people who appreciate grit, history, and places that feel like home.

🍺 Big John’s Tavern: Charleston’s Long-Standing Local Legend

Big John’s Tavern was founded by former pro football player John “Big John” Cannady in 1955. It’s known as Charleston’s oldest tavern, a place where locals, Cadets from The Citadel, and folks from all walks of life congregate. Cannady opened it after retiring from the NY Giants; ever since then, Big John’s has been one of those bars that balances history with heart.

Over time, the bar experienced ups and downs: periods of closure, renovations, even a fire, but the spirit never died. Recent ownership aimed to restore its character—returning salvaged elements like Citadel name tags, classic red chairs, and the coloring scheme—to honor its rough-around-the-edges charm. Despite upgrades, it remains a tavern where you can come in low key, sip something good, and leave knowing you found a place that remembers its past.

🎶 Wear the Big John’s Spirit Loud

If you value bars with stories in their walls, worn floorboards, and a tagline like “Come as a stranger, leave as a friend,” this tee’s made for you. Put it on for local nights out, historic city walks, or whenever you want to carry Charleston’s oldest tavern with you. It’s more than fabric—it’s your tie to decades of dive-bar legacy.

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This shirt is available in different styles: Unisex T-shirt, Women T-shirt, Long Sleeve T-shirt, V-neck T-shirt, Unisex Pullover hoodie, Unisex Sweatshirt, Tank top. You can also buy them for all ages and genders, from Toddler, Kids, Youth, and Adults.

Product information

Fiber composition	- Solid colors are 100% cotton - Athletic Heather is 90% cotton, 10% polyester - Ash is 99% cotton, 1% polyester - Hoodie and Sweatshirt: 50% Cotton, 50% Polyester
Printing technology	DIGISOFT™ and DTG
Style	T-shirts, Hoodies, Tank Tops, Sweatshirts, V-necks, Youth Tees, Kid Tees, Long Sleeve Tees, and more.
Gender	Men, Women, Unisex, Youth, Kid
Color	Printed With Different Colors
Size	Various Size (From S to 5XL)
Product Brand	Bella+Canvas; Gildan; Next Level