The Best of Long Beach—
Women Leaders & Women’s History Month in Long Beach
Each year in March, Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women who have helped define, create, and sustain our Long Beach community and contributed to its legacy. In the digest below, read about Long Beach women who made history, women-owned businesses, and Women’s History Month events in Long Beach.
Women-Owned Businesses in Long Beach's Belmont Shore
Belmont Shore is home to some of Long Beach’s best restaurants, retail shops and service providers, with many clustered along 2nd Street, the district’s main drag. Here are some of the women-owned businesses that make Belmont Shore one of the city’s most popular shopping and dining areas.
Women-Owned Businesses in Long Beach's Retro Row
Retro Row is one of the most popular spots in Long Beach for dining, shopping and generally having a good time with friends and family. And some of the most popular spots on Retro Row are women-owned businesses that not only help to set the vibe on Fourth Street but also, in one case, played a major part in Fourth Street becoming Retro Row.
Women-Owned Businesses in Long Beach’s East Village
The East Village Arts District in Downtown Long Beach has fostered a tight-knit community of women-owned businesses. These independent shops and eateries contribute to the neighborhood’s authentically creative vibe as owners network with each other to create events and help build a community of women entrepreneurs.
Women-Owned Businesses in Long Beach's Bixby Knolls
Bixby Knolls is a tight-knit Long Beach neighborhood where community pride runs deep and women-owned businesses thrive. From locally inspired fashion and curated boutiques to artisanal cafes, fitness studios and beauty services, the area reflects the diversity and vision of its owners, each bringing a personal touch. Whether it’s handcrafted pastries, Pilates instruction, or bespoke lashes, they’ve created spaces that celebrate creativity, connection and the unique spirit of Bixby Knolls.
Long Beach Women Who Made History
As a destination, Long Beach is known for its 5.5 mile-long beach, the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Museum of Latin American Art, and so much more. Long Beach is also a city with a diverse and storied history, and boasts many accomplished residents. In recognition of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day, here are some of the women of Long Beach who have made "herstory."
Women’s History Month Events in Long Beach
March is Women’s History Month, and Long Beach is celebrating with events across the city. Check out our roundup of events spotlighting the talents, achievements, contributions and leadership of women in Long Beach and beyond.