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Upcoming Events

Making History, Making Change

Japanese American National Museum (Los Angeles)
$5-$15

JANM is honored to welcome Dr. Anthea Hartig, director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, for a conversation exploring the enduring significance of the Declaration of Independence.

The Emergence of the Queer Zine in Los Angeles

Los Angeles Central Library (Los Angeles)
Free

Los Angeles has a unique history in the evolution of the zines in general, and specifically in the emergence of queer zines.

Jazz on the Bay

Harbor Side Beach (Long Beach)
Free

Jazz on the Bay is a free summer concert series held directly on the sand along Alamitos Bay at 66th Place on the Peninsula.

Ritchie Forever: An Ode to An American Dreamer

Grand Performances (Los Angeles, CA)
Free

Experience an electrifying celebration of the kid from Pacoima who changed American music forever.

Latest Videos

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The LA Area Loved Neon Signs, Then It Banned Them
Moving around LA you may see a neon sign or two on restaurants, bars and the occasional apartment building, but did you know that LA used to be bedecked with neon signs everywhere?
Almost Every Avocado You've Eaten Started Here
Whether you enjoy guacamole or avocado toast, it’s the perfect time to explore the SoCal roots of the Hass avocado. Watch Lost LA to learn more.
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Violinist Vijay Gupta joined cartoonist/comedian Mo Welch in The Drawing Room.
The Stained Glass Hiding around LA
Did you know the oldest family-run stained glass company in the country is based right here in LA? Since the 1890s, Judson Studios has been adorning homes and buildings in SoCal (and around the world) with beautiful stained glass pieces. Now, the great-great grandson of the founder is innovating the future of this centuries-old artform. Learn more about Judson Studios on Lost LA.
Brett & Mo Reveal What Their Portraits Say About Them
When Brett Goldstein and Mo Welch created portraits of each other on The Drawing Room, each illustrated their unique way of seeing the other.
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