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Founded in 1977, William Grant Still Arts Center is a facility of the City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs offering summer camp, creative workshops, music and art classes for adults and youth, an exhibition space, concerts, and places for community meetings and the neighborhood to come together. The Center offers:

Art, movement, and music classes for seniors, adults, teens, and chil

dren, including early childhood education;
Professionally-produced exhibitions including the annual Black Doll Show for over 35 years and the African-American Composers Exhibition and Education series that displays archives and teaches music/art through the life and work of a selected composer;
Art & Jazz Summer Day Camp for ages 3-12;
Jazz-based ensemble instruction;
Partnerships with teachers at local schools and universities; and
Readings, film screenings, and concerts throughout the year
Our namesake, Dr. William Grant Still, first coined the term “art music”, which is very much in line the educational goals of our community arts center. All of the William Grant Still Arts Center’s programs are free, or are as low-cost as is possible, in order to be accessible to all in our community.

06/24/2026

William Grant Still Arts Center will be at Day of the Ancestors: Festival of Masks in Leimert Park on Sunday, June 28th!

This special gathering honors those who have made their transition and celebrates the enduring impact they continue to have on families, communities, and future generations. The Center will be present in remembrance of beloved community members, including artist and cultural leader Aiysha Sinclair, whose legacy continues to inspire.

Stop by, connect with community, and take part in this meaningful day of reflection, celebration, and ancestral remembrance.

:round_pushpin: Leimert Park
:spiral_calendar_pad: Day of the Ancestors: Festival of Masks

06/23/2026

Music, movement, artmaking, storytelling, film screenings, and food trucks come
together at ’s THIS LAND IS … Community Festival on Sunday, June 28th.

William Grant Still Arts Center will be there! Come and make a MOJO DOLL with artist Adrienne DeVine!

Join artists and organizations from across Southern California for a festive day of
performances, hands-on activities, gallery conversations, and experiences for all ages.

Reservations are required and capacity is limited. Email us at [email protected] for the ticket link.

06/17/2026

Not every summer program gives young people the opportunity to discover who they are while exploring multiple creative paths.

At William Grant Still Arts Center’s Art & Jazz Mini Camp, participants are encouraged to build confidence, discipline, teamwork, leadership, and self-expression through the arts. Rather than focusing on a single discipline, youth are introduced to a variety of creative experiences that help them uncover their passions and develop lifelong skills.

SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
Guitar with Kevin Soriano
Cartooning with Nelan-Ay Miller
Singing & Songwriting with Cydney Wayne Davis
Visual Arts with Adrienne DeVine
African Martial Arts with Omo Ade
Zine Making with WGSAC Staff

By exploring multiple artistic disciplines, participants gain the freedom to discover what resonates with them most while learning from professional artists, educators, and mentors who are invested in their growth.

This is a place to make friends, build character, develop new skills, and find your creative voice.

Registration is now open. Link in bio.

06/12/2026

Before they take the stage at the closing reception of Mystic Soil: From the Roots of Reggie Andrews, take a trip back in time with the legendary Locke Saints Band.

Under the direction and mentorship of celebrated educator, musician, and luminary Reggie Andrews, the Locke Saints became known for their excellence both on and off the stage; including memorable appearances on television, like this moment on Family Matters helping Steve Urkel with one of his classic schemes.

Now, the Locke Saints return to honor the legacy of the man who helped shape generations of musicians.

Mystic Soil: From the Roots of Reggie Andrews – Closing Reception
Saturday, June 20, 2026
Locke Saints Performance: between 2-5 PM
Final Exhibition Viewing (WGSAC will still open at 12)
William Grant Still Arts Center
2520 S. West View Street, Los Angeles, CA 90016
Free and open to the public
Refreshments will be served

Join family, friends, former students, and community members for an afternoon celebrating the enduring impact of Reggie Andrews through music, memory, and fellowship.

06/11/2026

William Grant Still Arts Center is excited to be part of the K-Town Watch Party Festival on Thursday, June 18!

Stop by the WGSAC booth at Seoul International Park and make lucha libre masks with World Cup themes as South Korea takes on Mexico.

:round_pushpin: Seoul International Park
3250 San Marino St.
:clock10: Festival Begins at 10 AM
:clock10: WGSAC will be there fro 12-6 PM
:soccer: Match Kickoff at 6 PM
:admission_tickets: Free Admission

With the aid of templates, participants will cut out lucha libre style masks from colored paper using Korea or Mexico national colors. Each person will decorate their mask and fold them into 3d masks to wear during the game.

There will be live performances, giveaways, activities for all ages, raffle prizes, and more. Arrive early to enjoy everything the festival has to offer!

Come celebrate! WGSAC looks forward to seeing you there!

05/28/2026

Legacy lives on through the next generation. :heart:

In this special moment from the exhibition, Reggie Andrews’ grandchildren share their first impressions, reflections, and what it means to see their grandfather’s impact honored in this way. Hearing the eldest speak about wanting to continue Reggie’s legacy and commitment to community reminds us that his work was about planting seeds for generations to come.

The exhibition continues to bring together family, former students, artists, educators, and community members whose lives were shaped by his guidance, generosity, and vision.

Stop by and experience the legacy for yourself.

Free and open to the public

Tuesday–Saturday, 12–5 PM.
2520 S West View Street
LA, CA 90016

05/26/2026

The humanitarian crisis in the Congo continues as communities face the devastating impact of the Ebola outbreak. Friends of the Congo is raising emergency relief funds to support those directly affected.

Support the effort through the link in bio or visit the Friends of the Congo Ebola Emergency Relief fundraiser. Every contribution helps provide urgent care, resources, and support to families in need.

05/20/2026

The William Grant Still Arts Center mourns the passing of trombonist and composer Ryan Porter, a visionary artist whose sound helped shape the landscape of contemporary Los Angeles jazz.

Ryan Porter was part of the Multi-School Jazz Band under celebrated music educator Reggie Andrews, where young musicians from across the city came together to learn, collaborate, and build community through music. Through that ensemble, he became connected to a new guard of L.A. artists dedicated to revitalizing jazz for a new generation while remaining deeply rooted in its history and spirit.

That spirit continued in 2006 with the formation of West Coast Get Down, the influential collective that included Kamasi Washington, Terrace Martin, and Stephen “Thundercat” Bruner. All of these musicians also studied with Reggie Andrews. Together, they helped usher Los Angeles jazz into a new era, blending tradition, experimentation, and community in ways that reached audiences around the world.

Ryan Porter’s artistry, generosity, and commitment to the culture carried that mission forward far beyond the classroom. His legacy lives on through the music, collaborations, and countless musicians and listeners he inspired.

Sending love and condolences to his family, friends, collaborators, and the entire Los Angeles music community.

05/16/2026

Today is the day!!

Registration for the Art & Jazz Mini Camp is now open!

Join us July 6–31 for a summer filled with creativity, music, art, movement, and new friendships at the William Grant Still Arts Center. Spots are limited, so be sure to fill out your registration form soon.

REGISTER NOW!
https://wgsac.wordpress.com/art-jazz-mini-camp-enrollment-now-open-2026/

05/15/2026

Visit our booth during the Mid City Arts+Music Festival tomorrow! It’s a free, family event with lots of culture and things to do and see. We will be there from 12 noon until 5pm, and you can sign up your children ages 7-12 for summer camp. Stop by!

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2520 S. West View Street
Los Angeles, CA
90016

Telephone

+13237341165

Website

https://wgsac.wordpress.com/

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