The Unitarian Universalist Church of Long Beach was established in 1913 and has been on the site at 5450 Atherton since 1955. The church is known for its music and arts programs, and its social action and justice work in the community. The church has been designated as a Welcoming Congregation for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, and is actively working to become an anti-racist, multi-cultural congregation.