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SCL Murals

The Southern California Library's
2006 Annual Event

MOVE!
Housing and the Struggle for a Livable L.A.

Gala Reception, Multimedia Exhibit, and Silent Auction

Thursday, May 18, 2006
Reception/Exhibit Opening: 7 P.M.

L.A. River Center
570 West Avenue 26 Los Angeles

The Southern California Library, founded over 40 years ago, collects, preserves, and provides access to the history of community change in Los Angeles and beyond. This event will kick off the Library's traveling multimedia exhibit on housing issues in Los Angeles and honor housing and civil liberties activist Frank Wilkinson.

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Honoring

FRANK WILKINSON

A key figure in L.A. history, Frank Wilkinson died earlier this year at age 91 after half a century as a national civil liberties leader and housing activist.

EXHIBIT OPENING

The event kicks off a traveling exhibit on housing featuring historical materials from the Library’s collections, including materials drawn from Frank’s papers; photography; artwork; and multimedia.

CULTURE CLASH

Culture Clash will read selections from their two world premieres Zorro in Hell and Water & Power and a tribute to their hero Frank Wilkinson.

OLLIN

Ollin will perform their unique blend of East L.A./ traditional Mexican music.

The event will feature a gala reception with hors doeuvres, desserts, and beverages; a multimedia housing exhibit; performances by Culture Clash and Ollin; and a silent auction. See the delicious menu.

Prices/Options. The ticket price is $50. Ads start at $50, and sponsorship packages are available. You can also make a donation so that youth and community members are able to attend. For more information on pricing and payment, including an option to pay online, go to our tickets/ads page. Tickets will be held at the door.

The L.A. River Center, located at 570 West Avenue 26 in Los Angeles, is a hidden jewel minutes away from downtown Los Angeles. Behind its thick, ivy covered walls are beautiful fountains, flowers, patios, and lawns. For more information, go to the L.A. River Center website.

Map/directions (PDF). Mapquest map/directions

For more information, contact:
Southern California Library
Phone: 323-759-6063 Fax: 323-759-2252

You can also download a flyer about the event.