Dozens rally outside Keller Auditorium, urging city to renovate building rather than repurpose or demolish it

Supporters say the Keller Auditorium should remain Portland’s premier entertainment venue, citing concerns after a study found PSU’s planned development preferable.

PORTLAND, Ore. — Calls to “Save the Keller” echoed from a crowd downtown Wednesday morning.

This comes after a city-commissioned study found that Portland should back a new auditorium on Portland State University’s campus rather than rely on renovating the Keller Auditorium.

Supporters believe it’s in downtown’s best interest to invest in the Keller, including a nearby restaurant owner who said show nights are a big boost in business.

“On show days, it’s really our money-maker nights. We are just packed

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