Discover the art of Japanese craftsmanship with two hands-on workshops at POJ Studio at their Psychic Temple residency in the Design District. The Scene introduces participants to Kintsugi, the centuries-old practice of repairing broken ceramics with lacquer and gold while exploring the history and philosophy behind the craft. Or learn the art of traditional Japanese […]
Join the Art Theatre and the AIA Long Beach South Bay for a screening of the film, "Schindler Space Architect" and conversation with the filmmaker, Valentina Ganeva on Sunday, August 16th at 2pm. Architect R.M. Schindler, transformed the way we see space and laid the foundation for what is now considered the California lifestyle of […]
A casual monthly meetup every third Thursday to meet collaborators, share ideas, and fuel creative energy. We’ll gather for great conversation and refreshments, and to build upon the ideas we came up with at the last Design at Dusk to build a strong, supportive, and fun creative community: a designer/creatives speaker series, hands-on maker workshops […]
Following the IDSA International Design Conference, the Downtown Long Beach Design District will host a special behind-the-scenes tour showcasing how designers, artists, educators, and community partners are building one of Southern California's emerging creative districts. Participants will visit Studio One Eleven, CSULB's Immersive Design Research Lab (IDRL), and Intertrend, with stops at Psychic Temple and […]
Taste of Downtown w/ KCRW Summer Nights Block party August 22 | 2:00–10:00 PM on Pine Ave. Downtown Long Beach's biggest summer block party returns for an afternoon and evening of great food, live music, and community. Start with Taste of Downtown, where local restaurants, breweries, and bars serve up signature bites and drinks, then […]
Art + Design Walk October 10 | Downtown Long Beach (Mosaic Promenade, Studio One Eleven, and Design District sites) 2-7pm Wrap up the year in Downtown Long Beach with DTLBDD’s Fall Art & Design Walk. Explore seasonal installations, local creatives, and community-driven spaces while celebrating Downtown’s creative ecosystem. Let’s close out the year strong—circle the […]