London Nelson Week
The MAH and London Nelson Legacy Initiative will be honoring and celebrating the life of London Nelson on May 5th through the 17th, 2025.
Hosted Across the City
From screenings at the Del Mar to City Council Meetings, London Nelson Week offers multiple opportunities for you to come out and support your local history!
City Council Meeting: Proclamation
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 — 12:30pm
Join us for the Mayoral Proclamation at the City Council Meeting on Tuesday April 22 honoring Mr. Nelson and his contributions to the creation of Santa Cruz. Time is TBD by the City Council Agenda.
809 Center St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Proclamation at Evergreen
Monday, May 5, 2025 — 1pm
We will gather at Mr. Nelson's grave in Evergreen Cemetery and host a small celebration for his birthday!
261 Evergreen St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Shrine Keeper Premiere at Del Mar
Thursday, May 8, 2025 — 6pm
Follow Santa Cruz MAH historian in residence, Luna HighJohn-Bey, on her journey from Hoodoo to historian: exploring the legacy of London Nelson, the history of black pioneers in the gold rush, and how her experiences inform her work. The event will include a Q&A session, offering an opportunity to engage with the creators and delve deeper into the project's historical and cultural significance.
1124 Pacific Ave #4415
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Opening the History Gallery
Friday, May 9, 2025 — 12-6pm
Join us at the MAH where LNLI will unveil the new Santa Cruz Black History section; spotlighting the forgotten history and legacy of the black community in Santa Cruz County.
705 Front St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Santa Cruz History Fair
Saturday, May 17, 2025 — 12pm-4pm
LNLI will be at the Santa Cruz History Fair presented by the Santa Cruz Archaeology Society. The event is free. More info here!
423 Bridge St.
Watsonville, CA 95076
Juneteenth Celebration
Saturday June 14, 2025 — 12-5pm
Read about Santa Cruz's Juneteenth celebration here!
705 Front St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060