APM Terminals Mural Unveiling Ceremony
The San Pedro Waterfront Arts District is honored to announce that their newest mural project at APM Terminals will be unveiled in a ceremony at 9:00 am on Friday, November 22nd, 2024.
Art at the Waterfront
For the past decade, Linda Grimes, the executive director of the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District, has been working to promote art in San Pedro.
“[The mission] is to support, advocate and promote San Pedro art and artists in all genres,” Grimes says. “We celebrate diversity and inspire appreciation of cultural and artistic expression. We are focused on generating new opportunities to support local artists and nurturing the cultural roots of San Pedro through our programming and promotions.”
LA County Administrative Internship
We are seeking prospective interns who are interested in urban planning, creative placemaking, public art, and community engagement. We appreciate candidates who are passionate about the arts and want to help us reach folks who would benefit from participation with the arts in our area.
Stories of Spiritual Inspiration
I love to read and particularly enjoy stories about my Jewish ancestors. I discovered Guesthouse for Ganesha because a friend, Judith Teitelman, wrote it, and it starts with my middle name, Beth.
Culture TALKS!
Culture TALKS! On February 25, 2023, in partnership with the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District’s Culture TALKS! Culture Clash’s Richard Montoya will talk with KPCC Retake host John Horn about how the Chavez Ravine: In 9 Innings’ filming came to be. ...FirstThursday ArtWalk and Guided Tour – April 6, 2023
April 6, 2023 FirstThursday ArtWalk and Guided TourThe Guided ArtWalk Tour will gather at 5:30pm, walk at 6pm, in JDC Records, 447 West 6th Street and end the tour in The Artistry Gallery and Wine Bar, 491 West 6th Street, with some surprises along the way....Women Who Tell Stories
Since March is Women’s History Month and this year’s theme is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories,” I asked Renee O’Connor, a professional actress (known around the world for playing Gabrielle on the television series Xena: Warrior Princess) and founder of House of Bards theatre company in San Pedro, and Laurie Steelink, Native American artist and founder of Cornelius Projects on Pacific Avenue, to tell a little bit about their stories.
Why Is San Pedro’s Culture Important?
The unique aspects of San Pedro’s culture are a compelling reflection of our community and can attract new visitors, residents, and businesses. It’s also a vital determining factor of how our community interacts, responds, and grows. Culture plays a significant role in the lives of everyone in society, and it can give us a sense of belonging.
Creating Public Art and Community
Why does the San Pedro Waterfront Arts District focus on creating public artwork for this community?
Because we know the goal of public art is to make, us engage with art every single day. Our relationship with the arts is essential for the social and cultural aspects of a society.