Long Beach sits 20 miles south of downtown Los Angeles along the Pacific coastline — a major port city that balances urban sophistication with laid-back beach culture. It is the second most populous city in LA County and one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States.
These organizations are championed and supported by Together LA across Long Beach.
Los Angeles County, California
Long Beach has a rich history that stretches back thousands of years.
The area was originally home to the Tongva people, including the sacred village site of Puvunga, an important cultural and spiritual landmark.
Founded as Willmore City in 1882, Long Beach experienced rapid growth following the discovery of oil in 1921, transforming it into one of Southern California’s major economic centers.
After the devastating 1933 Long Beach earthquake (6.4 magnitude), much of the city was rebuilt in the distinctive Art Deco style still seen today. The disaster also inspired California’s Field Act, which established stricter safety standards for public school construction across the state.
Today, Long Beach continues to honor its history while embracing innovation and growth.
Place to eat:
Ammatoli;
Things to do:
Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Village
A place to eat:
Bake n Broil;
Things to Do:
Atlantic Ave in Bixby Knolls on First Fridays & the top of Signal Hill to see (and pray over) the city we love.
Things to Do:
Visiting the top of Signal Hill at sunset. Walking around, and seeing the surrounding city, the sunset, the harbor, downtown LA, and enjoying a rich diversity of people experiencing the time in their own way.
