Art is born out of both inspiration and reflection. A specific geographic area can inspire the creation of some truly amazing art as well as reflect the attitudes and feelings of a particular point in time. Nowhere is that more obvious than at Long Beach's Museum of Latin American Art. These works seem to come alive with both a dimensionality and a spiciness that gives them a personality all their own. The facility was founded in 1996 and holds the distinction of being the only museum of its kind in the United States.
Compton Creek Regional Garden Park is one of many naturally picturesque places in Long Beach that provides solace from the everyday hustle and bustle. The park has many excellent amenities, but one of the most popular is the winding walking trail that stretches out for approximately 2.5 miles. The recreation trail is marked and well maintained and promises a great aerobic workout any time of day.
A spicy taste of New Orleans comes to the West Coast by way of the Long Beach Crawfish Festival. There's plenty of great live music, vendors and activities and of course, plenty of delicious food! This is one of Long Beach's biggest events, as it regularly draws approximately 15,000 people when it is held every July in the city's Rainbow Lagoon Park.
When you read a story again, you pick up things you may have missed the first time. That feeling of revisiting great stories and literature is what makes Long Beach's Once Read Books an awesome and exceptional place. It really doesn't matter that someone already read the pre-owned book or vintage magazine you found here. What does matter is the fact that you can relive your favorites, both old and new, in this one-of-a-kind used book store. If you don't find exactly what you're after, the friendly and knowledgeable staff will be able to help you find what you're looking for.