Broad’s Tavern/Zombie Club

Title (Dublin Core): Broad’s Tavern/Zombie Club
Description (Dublin Core): City: Detroit
Address: 8825 Oakland
Appears in the 1951-1955 Green Books
Exact opening and closing dates are unknown; Although Club Zombie was included in the at least 5 yearly editions of the Green Book, not much is known about the establishment. Information about it refers to it by Zombie Club, but in the Green Books we reviewed it was known as the Broad's Tavern.

"Billie Holiday was a frequent performer at what is now 8825 Oakland Street in Detroit’s North End neighborhood. Most historical records found were announcements for performances at the club." (detroitisit.com); Explore the current area on Google Maps

Media: Former location photo; Performance Open Call Flyer for the Broad Tavern; Current location photo

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