CAPTIVATING CULTURAL CALIFORNIA

the Wild & Scenic Film Festival which showcases environmentally themed documentaries.

The area boasts two delightful old towns which highlight the Native American culture that existed before the mining populations existed in the area.

Truckee Cultural District

This ruggedly beautiful mountain setting attracts residents and visitors with an alpine allure. Located in the High Sierra Mountain range, the historic area provides a window into the culture through outdoor adventure.

The district’s newest feature provides hands-on art experiences through a 3,000-square-foot “makerspace” where creators can learn, experiment, build and practice all types of techniques.

ROTTEN CITY-EMERYVILLE CULTURAL ARTS DISTRICT

Sun-soaked Emeryville, nestled in the Bay Area, is home to the Pixar Animation Studios and beloved Peet’s Coffee & Tea and holds some of California’s best modern art. From animation and digital mapping composition to murals, the city is a hotspot for diverse contemporary creations. The annual Emeryville Celebration of the Arts features a month-long exhibition of carefully selected local artwork.

The Calle 24 Latino Cultural District

Bustling with shopping, dining and arts, this San Francisco hub is home to a diverse community of Latinx businesses which have contributed largely to the area’s political and cultural sphere. The tree lined enclave of The Calle 24 Latino Cultural District is sprinkled with colorful street art and the city’s largest collection of murals.

SOMA PILIPINAS, FILIPINO CULTURAL HERITAGE DISTRICT

Not far from Calle 24 is San Francisco’s Filipino Cultural Heritage District. This mile and a half neighborhood is one of the few districts in the United States specifically designated as a cultural heritage district for Filipino-Americans. It is a cultural immersion with traditional options like adobo or lumpia and creative dishes incorporating international piquancies. The district is famous for hosting the Parol Lantern Festival, a celebration of Filipino Christmas traditions each December. The Parol lantern serves as a symbol of hope, peace and luck.