TT the Bear's Place

T.T. The Bear's Place

(1973-2015)
10 Brookline Street, Cambridge

Before Central Square became a tech hub, T.T.'s was the beating heart of Cambridge's indie rock scene. Tucked behind the Middle East, this intimate club was where Boston's best bands cut their teeth, where touring acts found their first local audience, and where music lovers could catch the next big thing before anyone else knew their name.

For four decades, T.T.'s tiny stage launched countless careers - from The Pixies and Morphine to The Dresden Dolls and Amanda Palmer. Its legendary Bear's Den burger fueled late-night conversations, while the Christmas lights strung year-round cast a warm glow over a community of musicians, artists, and dedicated regulars. It wasn't just another rock club - it was Cambridge's living room, where local heroes and future stars shared the same small stage, and where the spirit of independent music thrived night after night.

• 100% cotton unisex tee
• Pre-shrunk
• Classic fit
• Available in sizes S-3XL
• Printed in Wisconsin

Part of our "Lost Boston" collection, preserving the spirit of the venues that shaped our city's musical soul.