Beyond Baroque Literary Arts Center
Venice's literary landmark: a vibrant center for poetry, workshops, and artistic expression since 1968, fostering creativity and community.
A vibrant hub for literary and artistic expression in Venice, California, Beyond Baroque has been a cornerstone of the community since 1968. Housed in the historic Venice City Hall, it offers a diverse program of readings, workshops, and events, fostering creativity and dialogue among writers and artists.
A brief summary to Beyond Baroque
- 681 Venice Blvd., Venice, Venice, California, 90291, US
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- Friday 12 pm-6 pm
- Saturday 12 pm-6 pm
Local tips
- Check the calendar for upcoming events, including poetry readings, workshops, and art exhibits.
- Explore the bookstore for a wide selection of new poetry books and small press publications.
- Attend the Wednesday Night Poetry Workshop, a long-standing tradition for poets of all levels.
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Getting There
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Walking
Beyond Baroque is located at 681 Venice Blvd in Venice, easily accessible on foot from many points in the area. If you are coming from the Venice Beach Boardwalk, walk east along Venice Way, then turn left onto Venice Blvd. The center will be on your left. From Abbot Kinney Blvd, walk west on Venice Blvd. The center will be on your right.
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Public Transport
Several bus lines serve the area around Beyond Baroque. From Downtown Los Angeles, take the Metro 33 bus to the Venice/Shell station. From Santa Monica, take the Metro bus to Venice/Abbot Kinney. Check the Metro website for the most up-to-date schedules and routes. A single ride on Metro costs $2.
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Parking
While Beyond Baroque doesn't offer on-site parking, street parking is available on Venice Blvd and surrounding streets. There are also parking lots in the vicinity, including free parking at the lots next to Beyond Baroque in Pisini Place. Be sure to check posted signs for any restrictions or fees.
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