East Village, Long Beach, California facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
East Village
East Village Arts District
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The East Village district of Long Beach, California, is in the right three-quarters of the foreground of this southwest-facing photo (the Alamitos Beach neighborhood makes up the left quarter of the foreground, on the east side of Alamitos Avenue, the diagonal street on the left). Downtown Long Beach is to the right. Queensway Bay/San Pedro Bay are visible, with the Queen Mary and part of the Port of Long Beach in the distance. Catalina Island is faintly visible on the horizon.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  California |
| County |  Los Angeles |
| City |  Long Beach |
The East Village is a cool neighborhood in Long Beach, California. It's sometimes called the "East Village Arts District" because it's full of art! You can find it in the eastern part of Downtown Long Beach.
The East Village is generally located between Long Beach Boulevard on the west and Alamitos Avenue on the east. It stretches from Ocean Boulevard in the south up to 10th Street in the north.
This neighborhood has all sorts of homes. You'll see tall condo buildings, cool lofts for artists, and cozy craftsman cottages. People from many different backgrounds and jobs live here.
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Discovering the East Village Arts District
The East Village is known as Long Beach's official arts district. This means it's a special place where art and creativity are everywhere.
Shops and Eateries
This neighborhood is packed with unique shops. You can find everything from trendy clothes and sneakers to old books and cool vintage furniture. There are also many places to eat and drink. You can grab coffee, fresh juice, or enjoy meals like crepes, sushi, or even chicken n' waffles.
Art and Creativity
Most of the independent shops, restaurants, and galleries in the East Village show off art. You'll see amazing work by artists from Long Beach and other parts of Southern California. It's a great spot to explore and find something new!
East Village in Pop Culture
The East Village has even appeared on TV!
SoundWalk Event
The SoundWalk event, which happens in the East Village, was shown on the TV show Visiting... with Huell Howser. It was featured in Episode 1612.
Images for kids
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The Lafayette Condominiums complex, originally the Lafayette Hotel and Campbell Apartments buildings
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Artaban Apartments
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The Broadlind Hotel, built in 1928
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Postcard depicting the At-Ocean Motel, 50 Atlantic Ave., circa 1930 to 1945
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