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2 mar 1994 · Val Verde, "the black Palm Springs," was founded in 1924 during an era in Los Angeles history when discrimination kept African Americans from enjoying the basic amenities of California life: sunny beaches, picturesque parks, resorts and hotels.
23 maj 2018 · Located just beyond Magic Mountain between hills in a lush pocket of the Santa Clarita Valley, Val Verde was considered the Black Palm Springs in the 1930s. Founded in 1924, it was designated as a resort area for African-Americans right from the beginning.
We are working diligently on organizing the wide variety of documents, photos, videos, interviews, audio and more capturing the amazing history of Val Verde, CA. Ranging from the "Black Palm Springs" Era to the long spanning traditional events at the park continuing today.
2 mar 1994 · Val Verde, “the black Palm Springs,” was founded in 1924 during an era in Los Angeles history when discrimination kept African Americans from enjoying the basic amenities of California...
3 lut 2016 · Seeking recreational space of their own, the black community created Val Verde, a little resort town in the San Martinez canyon above where Magic Mountain sits today. The retreat was just 45...
22 lut 2022 · The quiet community of Val Verde, located near Castaic, was once known as the "Black Palm Springs." And for those who grew up there it has great memories.
But more than the relaxation and recreational amenities that Palm Spring could offer whites, Val Verde offered LA’s blacks literally refuge and safety. Weddings and other important family, community and social events were often celebrated there rather than in LA’s hotels or parks because nearly all of LA’s venues for big events were off ...
