4. Seven of Diamonds Teen Club - 2703 N. Williams Ave.
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The planned expansion of Emmanuel Hospital razed nearly 300 homes and businesses in 1972, devastating the heart of the Albina's African-American community. The Seven of Diamonds was housed on one of many blocks which remain empty to this day. This teen club was the brainchild of former police officer Nathan Proby. It was a place where neighborhood youth ran the show, both on stage and behind the scenes. J.W. Friday remembers the excitement of performing and recording there with the Cavaliers Unlimited, and Calvin Walker recounts helping with the initial renovations.
Photo: The Cavaliers Unlimited, courtesy of J.W. Friday
