Los Angeles and the 'Ukulele: A 130-Year-Old Love Story

Long before the ‘ukulele’s latest wave of popularity, L.A. was a center of ‘ukulele culture—one of the first places outside Hawai’i where you could buy one, take lessons, or hear leading musicians perform.

Come and meet Jim Tranquada, historian and author of The ‘Ukulele: A History, when he performs on the instrument and explores the long and often surprising history of the ‘ukulele in Southern California. A celebration of Asian America Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

North Hollywood Amelia Earhart Library
5211 Tujunga, between Magnolia and Chandler