Officially licensed by Oregon State University and the Grateful Dead – available exclusively through Class Trip.
The Grateful Dead’s connection to Oregon State University is both historic and electrifying. Their first performance at OSU was on November 15, 1968, at Gill Coliseum, co-sponsored by the Students for a Democratic Society and the Black Student Union. Complete with a light show by Gretz and Co., and featured opening acts Mint Tattoo and Big City Blue. The evening was described as a “sock-hop dance,” inviting attendees to dress in costume or “grubby” attire, capturing the free-spirited essence of the era. The Dead returned to Gill Coliseum on January 17, 1970, delivering a legendary performance that has since become a cherished part of OSU’s musical heritage. The setlist included classics like “Dire Wolf,” “China Cat Sunflower” transitioning into “I Know You Rider,” and an epic sequence of “Dark Star > St. Stephen > The Eleven > Turn On Your Love Light.” This collection pays homage to the enduring bond between the Grateful Dead and the Oregon State University community. Featuring one-of-a-kind graphics and officially licensed apparel, it’s a tribute to the timeless groove that continues to resonate in Corvallis and beyond.
