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ARTS, CULTURE AND MUSEUMS From the Museum of African American Art, the California Afro American Museum and the Black Wax Museum, to the local schools from Marcus Garvey Schools to and Compton College California State, Dominguez Hills there is plenty to see, do and learn in Los Angeles. African American Firefighter Museum 1401 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles Telephone: 213.744.1730 One of only two fire stations in Los Angeles where African Americans were allowed to work until 1956, this beautifully restored station now stands as a museum to honor the courage and perseverance of LA's pioneering African American firefighters. Hearing the stories that are shared by a docent who actually served in this firehouse makes this experience so unique. Museum of African American Art 4005 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.294.7071 Housed on the third level of the Robinsons-May department store in the Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza, this museum's permanent collection features art objects from Africa, the Caribbean, South America and the United States. It also houses the collection of Palmer Hayden, one of the leading artists of the Harlem Renaissance. Leimert Park Village AND VISION THEATRE Leimert Park Village, bounded by 43rd Street, Degnan Blvd., Vernon Ave. & Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.294.3229 A haven for artists and poets, Leimert Park Village is one of the most treasured jewels in the heart of Los Angeles. A shopping and cultural oasis with an African-centric theme, this village stands as a tribute to the successful businesses owned and operated by African Americans. Enjoy a variety of art forms, African dance classes or poetry workshops. Sit in on a jazz session, or just sit back and relax. Watts Museum of Art, History and Culture Watts Labor Community Action Committee 10950 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.563.5639 A walk down a Mississippi dirt road. A "colored only" restroom. The bowels of a slave ship. These are just a few of the installations that make this museum more than just an ordinary experience. On permanent display are two exhibits that provide an inside look into an important period of African American history: “Countdown to Eternity”, an interactive exhibit depicting the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and “1968: Black Panthers”, a collection of exclusive photographs taken by renowned photographer Howard Bingham. California African American Museum (CAAM) 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, Los Angeles Telephone: 213.744.7432 For nearly two decades, this museum has presented a vibrant story that celebrates the contributions of African Americans in art, history and culture. CAAM's permanent collection contains living treasures by renowned African American artists such as Richmond Barthé, John Outterbridge, Noah Purifoy and David Hammonds. Don't miss “Ella Fitzgerald, Vocalist”, an intimate look at the songstress via a backstage dressing room. African American Firefighter Museum 1401 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles Telephone: 213.744.1730 AMAZING GRACE CONSERVATORY 4103 W. Adams Blvd., 3rd Fl., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.732.4283 BANNING RESIDENCE MUSEUM 401 E. "M" St., Wilmington Telephone: 310.548.7777 BLACK FACTS & WAX MUSEUM 3742 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.299.8829 California African American Museum (CAAM) 600 State Drive, Exposition Park, Los Angeles Telephone: 213.744.7432 BLACKSTREET USA PUPPET THEATRE CRAFT AND FOLK ART MUSEUM 5814 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles Telephone: 323 937-4230 DANCE COLLECTIVE INGLEWOOD PLAYHOUSE 740 Warren Lane, Inglewood Telephone: 310.412.5451 LOS ANGELES THEATRE CENTER 514 S. Spring St., Los Angeles Telephone: 213.627.6500 LULA WASHINGTON DANCE THEATRE 5041 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.936.6591 Museum of African American Art 4005 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.294.7071 MUSEUM IN BLACK 4331 Degnan Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.292.9528 MUSEUM OF CULTURAL DIVERSITY 2700 Avalon Blvd., South Bay Pavilion Mall, Carson Telephone: 310.324.4702 MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE 9786 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 310.553.8403 SOCIAL AND PUBLIC ART RESOURCE CENTER (SPARC) 685 Venice Blvd., Venice Telephone: 310.822.9560 WATTS LABOR COMMUNITY ACTION COMMITTEE 10950 S. Central Ave., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.563.5639 WATTS TOWERS ART CENTER 1727 E. 107th St., Los Angeles Telephone: 213.847.4646 WEST ANGELES CHRISTIAN ARTS CENTER 3020 S. Crenshaw Blvd., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.733.8707 JA-PHYLS PLACE 4346 Degnan Blvd. Los Angeles Telephone: 323/290-9026 JACKIE ROBINSON CENTER Telephone: 626/791-7983 William Grant Still Arts Center 2520 S. West View St., Los Angeles Telephone: 323.734.1164			Arts, Culture, Museums Business Listings (Expo Exhibitors) Historic Sites Restaurants Events Entertainment Media Stores Tours and Sightseeing
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