A speakeasy was an illicit bar or nightclub that operated during the era of Prohibition in the United States, from 1920 to 1933. During this time, the sale, production, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were banned. Speakeasies provided a secretive venue for people to gather, socialize, and enjoy drinks despite the legal restrictions. To gain entry to a speakeasy, patrons often needed to know a password or be vouched for by a trusted insider. These establishments were typically hidden behind unmarked doors or disguised as legitimate businesses, contributing to their allure and mystique in the cultural landscape of the Roaring Twenties.