Venice | Lost LA | Season 3, Episode 5 | KCET

From its origins as a themed seaside resort to its international fame as a countercultural hub, Venice Beach boasts a rich, multilayered history. This episode explores Abbot Kinney’s original Venice of America development; the community of Beat poets who called Venice home; and how the commercial renaissance along Abbot Kinney Boulevard has impacted the historically African-American neighborhood of Oakwood. 00:00-01:18 Introduction 01:18-07:25 Venice Canals and Abbot Kinney 07:25-13:43 Venice as a Diverse Community 13:43-24:59 Beat Poets in Venice 24:59-26:11 Conclusion 26:11-26:40 Credits Want to learn more? Watch more Lost LA at ~~~~~~ Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Follow us: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: Sign-up for our Newsletter: #LostLA #LosAn