Welcome
to the Hefflin Legacy Foundation
Discover the extraordinary legacy of Leon Hefflin Sr. through books, exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement. History is always unfolding. Explore our Events page for highlights from Moments in Legacy and our Juneteenth celebration at Kaiser Permanente, and return often to discover new opportunities to learn, celebrate, and experience the remarkable legacy of Leon Hefflin and the Cavalcade of Jazz.
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🎶 Celebrate Black Los Angeles Music!
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 2:00 PM
Los Angeles Central Library | Mark Taper Auditorium
Join the Hefflin Legacy Foundation for Mixtape, On Wax - The Encore, a free afternoon celebrating the gospel, jazz, and hip-hop traditions that shaped Black Los Angeles. Enjoy historical storytelling, vinyl recordings, and special live performances.
FREE Admission
Reservations Encouraged
Contact Deborah Swan to join the guest list if tickets aren't available.
🎁 Holiday Harvest Bazaar
Saturday, November 21, 2026
2:30–5:00 PM
3720 W. 54th Street. LA
Visit the Hefflin Legacy Foundation at the Holiday Harvest Bazaar! Stop by to discover the remarkable story of Leon Hefflin Sr., explore his contributions to Los Angeles music history, and purchase a signed copy of The Impresario Leon Hefflin and the World's First Annual Jazz Festival.
🎷 The Hefflin Legacy at Walt Disney Concert Hall
Now on Exhibition
Discover a remarkable chapter of Black Los Angeles history! The Hefflin family's contributions to the city's cultural and musical heritage are featured in an exhibition at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Explore the legacy of Leon Hefflin Sr. and the pioneering spirit that helped shape Los Angeles entertainment history.
FEATURED IN THE LOS ANGELES SENTINEL
Rediscovering the Legacy of Leon Hefflin
The Los Angeles Sentinel shines a new light on Leon Hefflin Sr., the visionary impresario behind the historic Cavalcade of Jazz at Wrigley Field in Los Angeles.
As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Second Cavalcade of Jazz, discover the remarkable history behind this groundbreaking event and the legacy that continues today.
Celebrating History Through Community, Education, and the Arts
Go to the Events tab to see the many events including the book launch and Moments in Gallery as shown below.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Moments in Legacy and our Juneteenth celebration at Kaiser Permanente. Visit our Events page to see photos and highlights from these memorable programs. Be sure to check back often as we continue to add new speaking engagements, exhibitions, educational programs, and community events celebrating the legacy of Leon Hefflin and the history of the Cavalcade of Jazz.
Discover how we're preserving Leon Hefflin Sr.’s legacy through culture, education, and community impact.
From speaking engagements to fundraisers, explore the vibrant gatherings that keep our mission alive.
See the creative and cultural initiatives we’ve launched to uplift and empower future generations.
“It is our belief, despite the great slump in the entertainment world, that the field will continue to cement better race relations more than any other.”
- Leon Hefflin, Sr.
The Calvacade of Jazz Program
Keeping Leon Hefflin, Sr. Legacy Alive
How can anyone talk about Central Ave and not mention the Cavalcade of Jazz or Leon Hefflin, Sr. It’s unthinkable and unforgivable! It’s like talking about Paris and not mentioning the Eiffel Tower. Yet his story is so much more than Jazz support.
Black Wings Children’s Museum Support
The Black Wings Children’s Museum is a space created for the staff and students at Windsor Hills Math, Science, and Aerospace Magnet that showcases the African-American contributions to aerospace. It is more impressive than the Washington DC exhibit! The span of information included Eugene Bullard to all 20 astronauts. Science academies, NASA live chats with scientists conducting research, and other events were used to promote diversity in science and jazz education.
Victor Hill from Boeing, guest speaker at the 7th Anniversary of the Black Wings Children's Museum, sponsored by HLF.
Step Into the Legacy
Take a visual journey from the vibrant 1920s to the powerful moments of today as we prepare to launch the first ever Legacy book on Leon Hefflin, Sr.'s life . These select snapshots highlight just a glimpse of the events and celebrations we've hosted to honor his enduring impact.
📸 Tap below to explore the full gallery and see how we continue to keep the legacy alive through every era.
