Whether you're looking to spy some interesting art or rock out to your favorite band no one's ever heard of, the Koos art center most likely has what you're looking for.
The center started out in early 90s Santa Ana as a beatnick's paradise; a small cafe that featured spoken-word poets and local independent bands.
The Koos also ran several art education programs, notably the Awareness Through Arts and Community Program, and served as a base for the "Food Not Bombs" activism movement.
The center was also awarded a $10,000 grant in 1998 by MTV's Do Something Foundation to fund its programs.
The year 2003 saw the relocation of the Koos to Long Beach's downtown arts district, where it has resided ever since. This change in locale was brought about by the need for a bigger space for art, bands, and its various programs.
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