Tales of Old Portland - Promotional Video #1

Debuting on June 19th, 2020, Norman Sylvester and Jeff S. Dodge take you through a historic journey of Northeast Portland, Oregon.

Beginning with the Lewis and Clark Expedition, Tales of Old Portland also explores Vanport, Portland's own Cotton Club, the community work of Dr. De Norval Unthank, as well as the impact of gentrification and how it impacts today’s current community values.

Enjoy this 7 part series that includes footage and raw interviews of long time NE Portland residents discussing life in Portland prior to the 21st Century.

Featuring the testimony of LLOYD ALLEN, JOSEPH BENJAMIN, MELVIN O. BROADOUS, KENNETH COLEMAN, FORREST JENKINS, PAUL KNAULS, SHERRA NEAL, FRED STEWART, J.T. TIMMS, ADDIE WALLACE, THOMAS C. UNTHANK, LESLEY UNTHANK & JIM UNTHANK.

Written & Directed by Norman Sylvester & Jeff S. Dodge cc 2020