City Council District 1

The district includes the neighborhoods of Glassell Park, Cypress Park, Highland Park, Mt. Washington, Sycamore Grove, Solano Canyon, Elysian Park, Echo Park, Westlake, Angelino Heights, Temple Beaudry, Chinatown, Forgotten Edge, Lincoln Heights, Montecito Heights, Pico Union, Adams-Normandie, University Park, Victory Heights, Koreatown, Mid Cities, and Mac Arthur Park.

Grantees in this District

Red Nation Celebration Institute

Red Nation Celebration Institute
Unusual Suspects Theatre Co.

Unusual Suspects Theatre Co.

The Unusual Suspects Theatre Company’s mission is to empower youth in underserved and at-risk environments to become productive members of the community.
Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles Inc.

Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles Inc.

Since 1985, The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles has been a vibrant hub of unique programs and events designed to make Shakespeare accessible and engaging.
Rosanna Gamson/World Wide Inc.

Rosanna Gamson/World Wide Inc.

Artistic Director Rosanna Gamson convenes skilled dancers, singers, actors, musicians and visual artists from eclectic backgrounds and diverse countries to create exciting new collaborations.
Pay it Forward Music / Giving Music

Pay it Forward Music / Giving Music

Giving Music is a 501(C)3 public charity dedicated to bringing live music to care facilities and social service agencies throughout southern California.
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Cultural Centers in this District

William Reagh – LA Photography Center

Lincoln Heights Youth Arts Center
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Murals in this District

Mural by LA muralist Sergio Robleto’s entitled “Champions of Adversity” The new mural commissioned by the Department of Cultural Affairs will include notable figures and symbolism from Lincoln Heights. From left to right in the proposal are Sal Castro, Ruth Vivian Acosta, Robert Ernie “Babo” Castillo, Leo Santa Cruz,Kenny Washington, and Paula Crisostomo.

Champions of Adversity
Mural by Pescaline Hires entitled "Animal Conversation" The mural depicts shelter animals in conversation with each other amidst a vibrant landscape.

Animal Conversation
A partial photograph of the “Our Might Contribution” or Crenshaw Wall. There are musicians, dancers, and protesters in the mural.

Our Mighty Contribution or Crenshaw Wall
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