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Leimert Park Village

The historic Leimert Park, developed in 1928, remains a cultural and community staple for the African American community in LA.

The historic Leimert Park, developed in 1928, remains a cultural and community staple for the African American community in LA. Referred to as the “Black Greenwich Village” by the late filmmaker and Los Angeles native John Singleton, Leimert Park hosts a range of events honoring the contributions and lives of African Americans. Each Sunday, you can find vendors lined up throughout the village offering various natural based skin products, handcrafted African garb, Caribbean food, and much more!

1010 Wine & Events

The historic Leimert Park, developed in 1928, remains a cultural and community staple for the African American community in LA.

1010 Wine and events have the distinction of being the first and only Black-owned wine bar in Inglewood, CA. Sisters Leslie and LeAnn Jones opened the business in their hometown, featuring the largest selection of Black-owned wines.

Gorilla Rx Wellness

Gorilla Rx Wellness is the first and only Black woman owned dispensary in Los Angeles.

Gorilla Rx Wellness is the first and only Black owned dispensary in Los Angeles. Founded by a mother-daughter duo who go by the name Kika, this dispensary aims to serve the community of Crenshaw and decrease the disparities that exist around ownership in the cannabis industry.

Black Panther Party Headquarters

In 1968 the Southern California chapter of the Black Panther Party (BPP) was founded by Alprentice “Bunchy” Carter in Los Angeles, California. The LA chapter of the BPP quickly became a leader within the organization, with their headquarters serving as a primary place for the party to gather.

Hollywood Walk of Fame

There are 165 African-American artists permanently recognized for their achievements on the famed Walk.

With 165 African-American artists permanently recognized for their achievements on the famed Walk, perhaps no other artist symbolizes the struggle for acceptance and recognition like actress Hattie McDaniel. African-Americans Honored on the Walk of Fame – Since its inception in 1953, there have been more than 2,500 stars unveiled on the Hollywood Walk of Fame — 15 blocks of brass stars embedded on Hollywood Boulevard dedicated to honoring stars who have achieved the pinnacle of success.

Film & Television

Popular television shows like HBO’s Insecure, created by Issa Rae and FX’s Snowfall, created by the late filmmaker John Singleton were shot right here in Los Angeles.

Popular television shows like HBO’s Insecure, created by Issa Rae and FX’s Snowfall, created by the late filmmaker John Singleton were shot right here in Los Angeles. See firsthand where these shows were filmed. Other sites include the film site of Boyz n the Hood, Friday, and Love & Basketball.

Murals

The city has a host of murals honoring celebrities that have contributed to the pride and culture of Los Angeles, including the late Lakers basketball player and icon Kobe Bryant, and the late rapper and entrepreneur Nipsey Hussle.