Los Angeles in the 1960s: Conflict, Counterculture, and Change

About this course:

In the 1960s, the baby boomers came of age, and unlike earlier generations, they rejected the norms of their parents. In this course, we explore how this generation gap played out in Los Angeles. Highlights include the Watts Riots in 1965, the Sunset Strip curfew riots in 1966, and the Century City anti-Vietnam War march in 1967. We also look at L.A.’s mod fashion styles, the surfing craze, and movies—including Bonnie and Clyde and The Graduate— that broke conventions and ushered in a new Hollywood era. This course uses the Hybrid format which allows students to participate remotely and/or in the classroom. This course will be recorded. Students will have access to the video for 30 days.