📜 Cultural mainstay in Los Angeles, operating out of the early 20th-century Venice City Hall building.
🔍 Founded in 1968 as a poetry magazine, it evolved into a vital public locale for arts and culture.

Why Go

📚 Houses tens of thousands of archived books and a notable bookstore.
🎭 Hosts workshops, book/poetry readings, performances, and educational events.
🌟 Enduring supporter of local culture, art, and music.
🎤 Major artists like Patti Smith and Viggo Mortensen have performed on-site.

Cost

💰 Regular admission: free for members, $10 adults, $6 students/seniors.
🎟️ Special events: $20 adults, $10 students/seniors, $8 members.
💸 Donations suggested for community events.