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Spadena House
Also known as the “Witch’s House,” this home in Beverly Hills, CA is known for its storybook architecture.
Eastern Columbia Building
The art deco entrance to the Eastern Columbia building.
Brockman Building
Built in 1912, it was one of the tallest buildings in Los Angeles at that time. It was also used as the rooftop location of Harold Lloyd’s film, Safety Last.
Biltmore Hotel
Designed in Beaux Arts style with Renaissance Revival touches, this nearly hundred-year-old building the site of past Oscar ceremonies, hosted Presidents, and is known for its many ghost sightings.
The Original Pantry
The Pantry opened in 1924 before moving to its current location in 1950. As marked by the surrounding skyscrapers, it continues to stand the test of time.
Barclay Hotel
Formerly the Van Nuys Hotel, it opened in 1897 and was known for being the first hotel to off phone and electricity in every room. You can still see the old rates painted on the wall.
Our Lady of Downtown
Painted by artist Robert Vargas, this welcoming image sits on Sprint Street, the main artery running through Downtown Los Angeles.
Heritage Square
Looking down Heritage Square, a preservation neighborhood of endangered buildings in Los Angeles
Hale House
Built in 1887, this house once stood at the foot of Mount Washington and was declared a historic monument in 1966.
Valley Knudson Garden Residence
This home originally stood on Mozart street in Lincoln Heights. At the time, Lincoln Heights was a railroad town know for its ostrich and alligator farm, and Selig Film Studios.
William Hayes Perry Residence
Built in 1876, it was known as the finest residence in the then-fashionable neighborhood of Boyle Heights.
Los Angeles Central Library
Built in 1926, the main library for the City of Los Angeles is one of the largest in the country. Its architecture is an amalgam of various influences, and includes various obscure symbols and iconography.
