Lane County Music History Project

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Snapshot of Lane County in the 1980's

W.O.W. Hall

Categories: 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, Eugene, Venue

WOW Hall (1924-Present) W.O.W.  is an abbreviation for "Woodmen of the World" Location: 291 W 8th  (NE corner of 8th & Lincoln), Eugene, Oregon Building History The corner of 8th and Lincoln has been a community gathering place since the days of city founder Eugene Skinner. The first building erected on the site was a small church; it was replaced in 1883 by a … [Read more...]

Taylor’s

Categories: 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, Eugene, Venue

Taylor's (1922-Present) Originally, Taylor’s was started by Fred and Hersch Taylor (son). Location: 13th St, near University of Oregon Music History Taylor’s is best known for it’s tradition of a friendly atmosphere and great live music. Regular appearances by Curtis Salgado in the 1970’s. Blues Traveler in the 80’s and Widespread Panic in the 90’s all highlight the … [Read more...]

Mac Court at UO (1926-2009)

Categories: 1920s, 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, Eugene, Venue

McArthur Court was the basketball arena on the University of Oregon campus. Also known as the Igloo, The Pit and Mac Court. Architect:  Lawrence & Holford Construction began in June 1926 and ended in December of that year. ASUO funded McArthur Court, named for Clifton N. 'Pat" McArthur, the first president of the ASUO (1899-1900). Initially designed to seat 6000, later … [Read more...]

Luckey’s Club (1911-Present)

Categories: 1980s, 1990s, Eugene, Venue

Location: Downtown Eugene Building History Luckey’s Club and Cigar Store is one of of the oldest business in downtown Eugene, and one of the oldest bars in Oregon. In operation since 1911, it has survived World War I, the Great Depression, Prohibition, World War II, “urban renewal,” the closing (and reopening) of the downtown mall and incredibly, Eugene’s smoking ban! Yes … [Read more...]

Curtis Salgado

Categories: 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, Blues, Eugene, Musician

Curtis Salgado grew up in Eugene, Oregon. By his early 20s, Salgado was already making a name for himself in Eugene’s bar scene with his band The Nighthawks, and later as co-leader of The Robert Cray Band. In 1977, comedian/actor John Belushi was in Eugene filming Animal House. During downtime from production, Belushi caught a typically ferocious Salgado performance and … [Read more...]

Jo Federigo’s Restaurant & Jazz Club (1983-2007)

Categories: 1980s, 1990s, Eugene, Jazz, Venue

Location: 259 E 5th Ave, Eugene OR Building History The Historic Granary Building built in the 1920’s. The Daily Emerald article: Jo Federigo’s to reopen as a music venue (Jan 18, 2008) Eugene Register Guard article: Jazz venue Jo Federigo’s closes (May 26, 2007) 2008 – present  The Granary 1983 – 2007  Jo Federigo’s Restaurant & Jazz Club 1978 -?? … [Read more...]