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Black History Month Exhibits in Santa Monica

Date
February 17, 2023
Time
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cost
Free
Organizer’s Site
smpl.org
Event Series Dates
February 1 - 28
Stop by Santa Monica City Hall to view exhibits featuring poetry aligning with the theme of Black Resistance.  In addition, all Santa Monica Library locations will feature Black History Month book displays.  

Location

Santa Monica City Hall
1685 Main St
Santa Monica, CA United States
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