Who we are

The 2nd City Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit art gallery + performance space that was incorporated on January 1, 2000.  We are

dedicated to supporting and promoting artists, their work and art education.  Our mission is to expose the public to the wealth of

creativity that exists.  Our exhibitions are usually thematic and explore topics, from each artists’ unique perspective, that impact

or interest the community as a whole.  The gallery provides a welcoming space where the public can come together to learn

about the various cultures, traditions, lifestyles and philosophies that are part of our world.  Our arts educational outreach is

offered to teenagers living in Foster Care group homes. In keeping with the gallery’s philosophy that art should be available to

everyone, admission is free.

Location

435 Alamitos Avenue

Long Beach, CA 90802

(562) 901-0997

2ndcitycouncil@earthlink.net

The gallery is located on the east edge of the East Village Arts District. We are easy to find and readily accessible from the 405,

22 and 710 freeways, major traffic routes and public transportation. We are 1½ blocks from the internationally known MoLAA.

Visitors staying downtown will find the location ideal and just a short ride from their hotel.

Hours

Wednesday – Sunday

Noon – 5 pm

Closed one week in between exhibitions (please check our calendar)

The Gallery and Garden

The gallery is located in the Wille’s Building, which was built in 1930, and was an industrial tin shop until 2003. The architectural

integrity of the building has been maintained and features Deco elements. Our 2400 sq. foot interior includes a large main gallery

with 12’ high walls for our juried exhibitions and a small windowed gallery that serves as an exhibition space for our youth

workshops. The view through the gallery’s rustic barn doors invites you to walk through and discover the Sato Garden.  Our urban

garden is a perfect place for relaxing, reading a book or eating your lunch.  Both the gallery and the garden are disabled

accessible.  Free internet available during gallery hours.

Board of Directors

Founder & Executive Director

Cheryl A. Bennett

Contact:  2ndcitycouncil@earthlink.net

President

Secretary

Ellen Butler

Contact:  eebutler@charter.net

Vice President

Dwight H. Bennett

Contact:  dbnstudiox@earthlink.net

Vice President

Jonanthan Bueno

Vice President

Chris Lee

Treasurer

Cheryl A. Bennett

Contact: 2ndcitycouncil@earthlink.net

Gallery Director

Camilla M. Christensen

Contact:  (562) 901-0997

Administrative Assistant

Volunteer & Revenue Mgr

Judy Cocuzza

Contact:  2ndcityinfo@gmail.com

Exhibition Design & Installation

John Montich