The Shelter was established by resident DJs Timmy Regisford, Merlin Bobb, and Freddy Sanon.
In 1991, The Shelter opened its doors following the closing of Paradise Garage.
The Shelter became a sanctuary for people to express themselves in which race and sexual orientation did not matter.
(Nocturnal Audio + Sensory Awakening), who hosted parties at the club on Friday night.
The dance floor had an incredibly loud 37,000 watt sound system, installed by Garage-era DJ legend Timmy Regisford.