No Land Beyond, Baltimore’s first board game bar, is moving from its current location in Old Goucher to Station North at 108 W. North Ave., known as The Parlor.
Central Baltimore Partnership and John Renner of Timshel Development are supporting the move as No Land Beyond plans to open an expanded, multifaceted space that enhances the arts and entertainment district. Opened in 2018, No Land Beyond began as a tiny shop and evolved into an inclusive, multifaceted gathering place for gamers and non-gamers alike.
At the original location, there are cocktails, craft beers, and pizza from local shops to satisfy hunger while friends play everything from Monopoly to Magic: The Gathering. No Land Beyond also offers a program of events, social nights, live performances, creative showcases, maker markets, and more to engage the entire community.
The store calls the move a milestone and a “bold leap forward.” The new space will be larger, more comfortable and designed to enhance the shopping experience for customers. It will also feature a full kitchen and a menu designed by “King Glizzy” himself, Casey Jarvis of Glizzy’s Wagyu Dogs.
“We are so excited to begin this new chapter of our journey,” said Michael Cohn, co-owner of No Land Beyond, in a statement. “When we opened this ‘little shop that could make it’ six years ago, we knew we had something special. Now, we will continue to innovate and grow creatively while staying true to our roots of community engagement, activation and inclusivity. With the support of Central Baltimore Partnership and Timshel Development, we are ready to create not only Baltimore’s premier gaming destination, but also one of Baltimore’s finest bars and venues.”
The money raised for the move and upgrades came from a variety of sources, including financing, grants, equity and a Kickstarter campaign that allowed donors to choose from a range of locally developed products.
“We’ve always been hands-on,” said Mark Brown, founder and co-owner, in a statement. “The first two locations were built on a very tight budget. We pooled our resources and made it happen. Community support has always been a foundation of our business. We have friends who help us design the artwork for the t-shirts and stickers, and we’ll have friends who will help us move.”
Originally built in 1887 and located between the Motor House and North Avenue Market, The Parlor is a former home and funeral home converted into art studios, private offices, and now a bar/restaurant for No Land Beyond.
No Land Beyond has a game library with over 400 popular board games that guests can borrow and play at any of their tables. A library card costs $5 per person and is valid for one day, and is good for as many games they want to play. When they’re finished, guests return the games and staff put them away. There are also membership options that allow members to play for free and provide the establishment with a steady income that it can use to plan to maintain and improve its customers’ experience.
Children under 18 are permitted when accompanied by an adult, but from 9 p.m. onwards, “No Land Beyond” is only for people aged 18 and over.
Cohn told Baltimore Fishbowl that if all goes well, they hope to open the new location for the winter holidays. Gamers and non-gamers alike will have a great new place to party with Station North in the brand new No Land Beyond.
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