Mission
We are a hub for creativity, design, and innovation in Long Beach’s urban core.
As a vibrant district, we foster community engagement and drive economic growth. By connecting creative organizations and businesses, we enrich cultural experiences and strengthen the local economy.
Our key initiatives include enhancing public spaces, hosting dynamic networking events, building infrastructure for creatives, streamlining regulations, and unlocking financial incentives to support the district’s continued growth.
economic increase
“Since launching our LB office in 2023, we’ve grown from 12 to 85 employees, made a permanent home here with more growth on the horizon.”
Kimley-Horn
events
“The Immersive Design Research Lab is bringing CSULB into downtown, creating a collaborative space that connects students, faculty, residents, and businesses to drive creative engagement and a stronger university–city relationship.”
– Heather Barker
IDRL
“The DTLBDD fuels our mission to grow the creative economy with smart urban design. Their ready bike lanes and signage prove it’s a perfect match.”
– Shuree Danyell
Culture Cart
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Event Attendees
Collaborations
Programs
LA Design Festival
US International Poster Biennial
DTLB Art + Design Walk
Long beach walls + Art Renzei
Unexpected Connections
Urban Planning and Design Internship Program
LA Design Festival
US International Poster Biennial
DTLB Art + Design Walk
Long beach walls + Art Renzei
Unexpected Connections
Urban Planning and Design Internship Program
Featured Events
US International Poster Biennial
Posters rock.
From 11,800 submissions across 93 countries, 200 standout posters will transform Downtown Long Beach (DTLB) into an open‑air gallery. The United States International Poster Biennial (USIPB), in collaboration with Poster Territory, will present the exhibition October 11–November 30, 2025. Long Beach is the exclusive U.S. venue, showcasing posters the way they’re meant to be seen—out on the street.
Long Beach in Motion: Games City 2028
Youth movement, Olympic spirit — Long Beach leads the way to 2028
The collaboration of RHSA and Creative Class Collective created this Olympic preview. Students worked with industry choreographers to create a medley supporting the Olympics coming to Long Beach. The sites captured Olympic spots, past and upcoming. The timeline for this project was approximately 4 weeks and included a one-day shoot that included 8 different sites, giving students a taste of the industry in this work-based learning experience.
10 Degrees Cooler
It’s Not Just the Weather. It’s the Attitude
We partnered with Poster Territory on "10 Degrees Cooler," a grassroots poster exhibition celebrating Long Beach’s creative spirit, style, and community.
