About the Quinn Gallery
The Quinn Gallery is a partnership of the Santa Monica History Museum and the Quinn Research Center (QRC). The Quinn Gallery advances the museum’s commitment to inclusivity as we continue our mission to share the rich, diverse history of the Santa Monica Bay area.
The QRC is an archive of Black family history and Santa Monica Bay culture. Established by Carolyne and Bill Edwards, as a tribute to the legacy of Dr. Alfred T. Quinn, a prominent Santa Monica Black educator and community leader.
Current Exhibition
Food & Family: African American and Intercultural Traditions in Santa Monica
Explore the evolution of African American and intercultural food traditions in Southern California. Through the lens of shared meals, recipes and community gatherings, the exhibition examines how food fosters a sense of belonging, connection and cultural continuity.
AUGMENTED REALITY TOUR
The Broadway Neighborhood
Snapchat’s (SNAP) augmented reality capabilities offer an exciting opportunity to share the history of the Broadway Neighborhood on the street where it happened. Utilizing historical photographs, City-Scale technology brings the exhibition to life, inviting viewers to walk along a route to witness a thriving community full of schools, homes, and businesses. This innovative AR experience provides context and insight into this historic neighborhood’s past, and what it might have looked like today.
Download the Snapchat app to your mobile device and explore Broadway between 20th and 17th Streets.
The Quinn Gallery is made possible through the generous support of our gallery sponsors.
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Quinn Highlights
Archivist Sara Crown in conversation with QRC founders Carolyn and Bill Edwards.
From our Oral History: Carolyn and Bill Edwards
Past Exhibitions
From the Ground Up
The exhibition positions Vernon Brunson within the context of Black architects like Paul Revere Williams, showcasing his collaborations and highlighting his impact on the architectural landscape.
