MEMBERSHIP

AR 1933 currently operates as a private club with free membership. If you are receiving our weekly text messages, you are already a member. Becoming a member is easy – simply provide your cell number, name, and consent to receive weekly texts. Members are welcome to sponsor friends and family, provided they are 21 years or older. Memberships can be canceled upon request at any time. 

COMMUNICATION

As AR 1933 stays off social media and web directories, the best way to reach us is through text messaging, email, or in person:

- For text messaging, our number is: (641)-219-2780. Members may use this number to make quick inquiries or seat reservations on music nights. Furthermore, all weekly group announcements are sent from this number.

- Emails may be sent to appanooserapids@gmail.com for communications regarding special private events or reserving the space for corporate meetings.

- In person, you may visit us at Appanoose Rapids Mercantile during open hours. Our address is 328 E. Main St. in Downtown Ottumwa.

A FEW SIMPLE RULES 

- Everyone must be at least 21 to enter.

- The dress code is casual elegance, to set an adult ambiance.

- Smoking and vaping are prohibited.

- Outside food is not allowed, except for celebratory cakes or private event catering.

- Guests have always the option to bring their own wine bottles, subject to a corkage fee.  

- The entrance/exit door for AR 1933 is located behind the building, facing the Jefferson St parking lot and marked by a decoy "Employees Only" sign.

CELL PHONE USE  

- We kindly request phones to be switched to silent or vibrate mode as much as possible.

- We discourage selfies, videos, or live sessions.

- Avoid using speakerphones during private conversations.