Historian Allison Jefferson in front of the new plaque honoring the Bruce family, who used to own this stretch of seashore. The Bruce's were early African-American settlers of Manhattan Beach. They ran a seaside resort that was one of the few places where African-Americans could enjoy the beach. (Krissy Clark)

The History of Bruce's Beach, California

Historian Allison Jefferson in front of the new plaque honoring the Bruce family, who used to own this stretch of seashore. The Bruce's were early African-American settlers of Manhattan Beach. They ran a seaside resort that was one of the few places where African-Americans could enjoy the beach.

Credit: Krissy Clark