Born from the heart of our community and led by Marqueece Harris-Dawson, a lifelong activist shaped by the Crenshaw District, Destination Crenshaw is our declaration that the story of Black Los Angeles deserves to be seen, celebrated, and shared with the world. When the new Metro line was set to cut through Crenshaw Boulevard, threatening to erase the identity of this historic corridor, our community turned resistance into renaissance. This is a project born from pride and purpose, created by us, for us, to showcase the richness of our culture and the creativity that defines it.
Together with visionary architects, designers, and neighbors, we are transforming Crenshaw Boulevard into a living monument to Black art, history, and resilience. Featuring more than one hundred works by local Black artists, from emerging talent to internationally renowned creators, Destination Crenshaw provides opportunities, careers, and inspiration for generations to come. It will stand as a lasting testament of what Crenshaw has always been: a vibrant, creative, and unstoppable force in the cultural fabric of Los Angeles.
Destination Crenshaw is a 1.3-mile open-air museum and cultural corridor along Crenshaw Boulevard, celebrating Black Los Angeles through art, design, and community. Built by and for the people of South LA, it’s a permanent monument to creativity, resilience, and belonging.
Founded by Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson and powered by the people of South Los Angeles, Destination Crenshaw brings together visionary artists, architects, and community leaders to transform one of LA’s most historic streets into a global landmark for Black culture.
From world-renowned installations to bold architectural design, art is at the heart of Destination Crenshaw. The space fuses creativity and craft, turning Crenshaw Boulevard itself into a living canvas that honors the past and shapes the future.
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