Episode 7: Prohibition: Spirits and Speakeasies in East County

At a glance, 1920s Gresham appeared to be a quaint, sleepy farm town. However, beneath the surface, something strange was brewing. Stills and speakeasies were popping up rapidly – much to the frustration of the county sheriff. From barns and backyards, moonshine travelled east and west along Base Line Road. As Portland residents flocked to Rockwood’s roadhouses, colorful characters connected over illicit spirits. Join us as we hear from those who lived it, exploring this hidden history 100 years later.