'Hoods of LA
Los Angeles has a diverse community with approximately 8% being of African American descent. Because the LA area is such a sprawling metropolitan, we do not have just one area that is prominently African American. There are many black “pockets” throughout the city; some better known than others. In our neighborhood guide, we will feature different pockets of the city, giving you an insight from a native Angeleno point of view. Some areas will be known for their culture and others for their food. But LA has a rich and vibrant history and we welcome you to explore Black Los Angeles.
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- USC & Exposition Park
- Fairfax District
- San Fernando Valley
- Leimert Park
- West Adams
- Long Beach
- View Park
Places to Visit Near the University of Southern California
As one of the most prestigious universities in the country, the University of Southern California continuously draws a diverse student population from all over the world. African American students who have enrolled in USC may wonder what places there are to visit after they officially become a Trojan....Click here
San Fernando Valley aka The Valley
Many people think of Studio City and Universal Studios when they think of the Valley when there is so much more to offer. Once touted as a sundown town, its popular images as the playground of white middle-class families has now changed to become a "majority-minority" region even though African Americans still only make up 4% ...Click here
West Adams District of Los Angeles
West Adams is a historic neighborhood in Los Angeles. In addition to being known as an icon of Black Hollywood in the 1930’s the area is known for its large number of historic buildings, notable houses and mansions. ...Click here
Fairfax District
The Fairfax District in Los Angeles is known for the Farmer's Market, The Grove, CBS Television City broadcasting center, the Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust in Pan Pacific Park, and Fairfax Avenue restaurants and shops.... Click here
View Park Los Angeles.
With it's sweeping views, View Park was home to 1932 Olympic Village and had been referred to as the Black Beverly Hills of Los Angeles... Click here
Leimert Park Village Los Angeles
Leimert Park Village Cultural Retail, Art, Theatre and Festivals! It's the Heart of the Los Angeles African American Community. An African Diaspora Experience! - Click here
Long Beach
Long Beach is a coastal city and port in Southern California. Moored in its Queensway Bay, RMS Queen Mary is a retired ocean liner and museum ship. But it's also home to Snoop Dogg, Warren G, Nate Dogg, Domino and more...Click here