Destination Crenshaw Supports Legacy Businesses
February 6, 2020
Small businesses have historically been a defining characteristic for the Crenshaw community, representing the heart and soul of South L.A.
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Destination Crenshaw
Destination Crenshaw is for South LA and by South LA
January 16, 2020
The dawn of a new decade marks a series of innovative projects and initiatives to look forward to. If the theme of 2019 was about fighting to keep South LA intact as outside developers encroached further into our community, the beginning of 2020 is about spreading a message of defiance through unity and Black ownership.
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December 26, 2019
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Best of Crenshaw and Around 2019
December 26, 2019
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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
October 24, 2019
West Coast’s largest family festival attracts thousands from L.A. area and beyond
Bringing Destination Crenshaw to the Taste of Soul Experience
October 17, 2019
Destination Crenshaw aims to preserve and celebrate the legacy of the Crenshaw Corridor and benefit the Crenshaw community.
Destination Crenshaw Honors L.A. Sentinel
August 8, 2019
The post features photos and a history of the 85-year-old publication.
L.A. Metro Board Approves $15M for Destination Crenshaw Project
August 1, 2019
Thursday, July 25, 2019, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Agency (Metro) Board came to a unanimous vote granting $15 million to Destination Crenshaw to begin the construction of Sankofa Park, a 49,000 square foot outdoor space and cultural experience.
SoCal NOMA Prepares Young Students of Color to Break Barriers in the Architecture Industry
August 1, 2019
According to Reuben E. Jacobs, former events coordinator for NOMA’s southern California chapter (SoCal NOMA), it was about 12 years ago that the organization’s leaders decided that “they really needed to do something to bring the next generation into architecture and urban planning.” Thus was born Project Pipeline, a national initiative to introduce young people of color to the field. NOMA tasked its chapters across the country to organize camps with the purpose of educating youth on the basics of architecture.
South LA Shines at the Carpenters’ Destination Crenshaw Skills Camp
July 18, 2019
Three promising participants were signed to Union Contractors on site, with several more being offered a chance to join the Southwest Carpenters’ pre-apprentice program.
TEC Leimert Brings ‘TecYoSelf’ to South L.A.
May 2, 2019
TEC Leimert is a conference for business professionals, new and old.
David G. Brown Editorial Cartoon
April 11, 2019
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South Los Angeles City Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson Declares Intersection Of Crenshaw Blvd. And West Slauson Ave. As Ermias “Nipsey Hussle” Asghedom Square
April 11, 2019
South Los Angeles City Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson announced that the heartbeat of the South LA community, the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and West Slauson Avenue, would be named in honor of one of it’s own, Ermias “Nipsey Hussle” Asghedom.
South L.A. City Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson Declares Intersection Of Crenshaw Blvd. And West Slauson Ave. As Ermias “Nipsey Hussle” Asghedom Square
April 9, 2019
South Los Angeles City Councilman Marqueece Harris-Dawson announced that the heartbeat of the South LA community, the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and West Slauson Avenue, would be named in honor of one of it’s own, Ermias “Nipsey Hussle” Asghedom
Wesson Expands “Destination Crenshaw” to Obama Blvd
February 28, 2019
Proposal will nearly double scope of project