Venice History | Defend Venice

Feb

A Tale of Two Venices: Before There Was Dogtown, There Was Oakwood

February 18, 2023Defend VeniceBlack History

A story about the African-American history of the Ghetto by the beach.

Feb

Lupe Villa — 100 yrs of Solicitude in Venice

February 17, 2023Defend VeniceChicano History

2005— Marizsa Bravo shares about her great-grandmother Lupe Villa and their family's Venice history

Feb

Lindsey Haley: Chicano Poet & Activist

February 17, 2023Defend VeniceChicano History, Uncategorized

Lindsey Haley was raised in Venice. Her family was part of the Chicano wave that set roots in the Westside during the 1960's and 1970's.

Bertha Castro at the legendary Venice teen post

Feb

Bertha Castro and the Venice Teen Post

February 12, 2023Defend VeniceChicano History

The Honorable Bertha Castro positive influence on Chicano youth and movement in Venice, CA in the 60s and 70s

Nov

A Trip Through Oakwood

November 10, 2018Defend VeniceBlack History, Venice History

A beautiful testimony of the Oakwood neighborhood in Venice, CA by Beth Miller from the July 1988 issue of the Free Venice Beachhead.

Apr

Why Being a Venice Original Matters.

April 11, 2018Defend VeniceChicano History, Perspectives, Venice History

Reflecting on the importance of being a Venice Original and the fight against gentrification, as we delve into the challenges faced by the community and the need to preserve its rich history and culture.

Nov

Laddie on Saving the First Baptist Church

November 25, 2017Defend VeniceCommunity Actions, Venice History

Laddie Williams sharing about, and calling for support for the First Baptist Church of Venice.

First Baptist Church of Venice California

Nov

The First Baptist Church of Venice: A Brief History

November 23, 2017Defend VeniceVenice History

A brief history of the historical First Baptist Church in Venice, CA. It is the oldest Black Church and spiritual community space for African Americans in Venice.

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