Famous dance hall hosted Berry, Cash, many more
About this episode
The episode explores the history of The Cottonwoods dance hall and its significance in hosting legendary musicians.
Elvis himself is rumored to have played at The Cottonwoods, a jumpin' joint near Lebanon, where thousands danced to the music of many of the 20th Century's greatest musicians. Today, it's a vacant lot — piled high with memories. (Lebanon, Linn County; 1930s, 1940s, 1950s) (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/1208a-cottonwoods-dance-hall-hosted-music-legends-maybe-even-elvis.html)
Mentioned in this episode
Places: The Cottonwoods, Lebanon, Linn County
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