DESTINATION CRENSHAW

CELEBRATING OUR LEGACY
BUILDING OUR FUTURE

WATCH THE INTRODUCTION

THE BIRTH OF OUR VISION : 1.3 MILES OF ART & CULTURE CELEBRATING BLACK LA

Our story reflects the legacy of resilience and creativity Black Americans have demonstrated throughout history. When plans were made to run the Crenshaw/LAX airport light rail line through Black LA’s main thoroughfare, we knew the train’s arrival would provide an unprecedented opportunity to expose thousands of tourists and new visitors to the cultural heart of the Black community. So, we rose to meet the moment. Coming together, the community decided to create one of the largest Black art and economic revival programs in the country. We are building community spaces, planting 100 new trees, investing in local businesses, creating local jobs, and funding commissions for more than 100 Black artists.

Now, when the world enters Los Angeles along the new Metro line, it will be greeted by the art, energy, legacy, and accomplishment of Black LA.

SANKOFA PARK

CLAIMING OUR SPACE

The Crenshaw District is the cradle of Black American creativity. Who we are – our joy, our strength, and our struggle – is rooted in this neighborhood. We are unapologetically Black, and we want the world to know it. With beautifully designed community spaces, new murals, iconic sculptures, world-class landscaping and architecture and artistic programming, Destination Crenshaw is a commitment to our cultural and spacial permanence. It is a place to honor Black triumphs, build Black futures, and make a statement celebrating our present and our presence.

BUILDING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY

The project is designed to serve as a catalyst for economic development. With an unprecedented commitment to local hiring and robust small business support, the project will build a pipeline of Black talent in the construction trades, support entrepreneurship on the corridor and promote creative talent through programming for years to come. As a result, our community will directly benefit from the improvements we make together.

HONORING OUR STORY

With more than 100 public artworks – made for us, by us – the project is the largest public/private Black art program in the U.S. The works of the artists, all of whom have ties to LA, will cement our legacy of Black creativity and illustrate the dynamism of our journey forward. In total, four new acres of cultural open spaces will dramatically repair, revitalize, and sustain the Crenshaw Corridor – The most important commercial corridor in South Los Angeles, the most iconic Black business corridor in Los Angeles, and the heart of the largest Black community on the West Coast.

The Genesis

An Unapologetically Black Project

Black Los Angeles isn't a place to pass through, it is the place to be. This project is a testament to our past, commitment to our present and model for our future.

Our Community

MUTUAL AID FOR ARTISTS AFFECTED BY THE LA FIRES

This link provides essential resources to support artists who have been directly affected by the recent LA Fires. It includes donation opportunities, grants, relief funds, and more. Please share this with anyone in need of assistance during this difficult time.

Behind The Build

Here is a preview of how we imagine adding to the beauty of our already vibrant community.

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