Walking Tour | Monthly
Past Meets Present
Saturday, December 23, 2023
10:30 a.m.
About This Tour
Stroll the streets of Spring Street and see firsthand how architectural treasures of the past have become unique, creative spaces for today.
Once dubbed the “Wall Street of the West,” Spring Street’s Beaux Art-lined corridor has transformed through the years—but its historic buildings continue to serve the community through new uses. You’ll see how a former bank became the world-famous Last Bookstore, how an abandoned streetcar terminal was transformed into an elegant apartment complex, and how other pre-1930s office buildings have morphed into popular bars, clubs, and restaurants.
Notice: Starting January 1st, rates will be $18 for members and $25 for the general public. All tickets purchased before December 31, 2023, including tickets for dates in 2024, will still retain the current price.
See below for more information about our COVID-19 safety policies.
Registration required
Approx. 2 hrs.
Route covers about ten city blocks; includes some stairs
Not wheelchair accessible
No pets
Strollers not recommended
Ticket Information
Register$10
Youth
$15
General Public
$10
Members
Details & Getting There
Meeting Location
We will start our tour at Maguire Gardens at the Central Library. Additional location information will be sent upon registration.
Important Policies and Covid-19 Safety
- Tour will run rain or shine.
- The L.A. Conservancy highly recommends but does not require wearing a face mask.
- The L.A. Conservancy highly recommends but does not require being vaccinated against Covid-19.
- You can change your reservation date if you contact us at info@laconservancy.org at least 24 hours before your original reservation date.
- If a member of your party is in a wheelchair, please let us know in advance by emailing info@laconservancy.org.
For additional details, see below.
All participants in the Los Angeles Conservancy-sponsored Walking Tours knowingly and freely accept and assume all risks, both known and unknown, and AGREE TO RELEASE, DEFEND, INDEMNIFY, NOT SUE, AND HOLD HARMLESS the Los Angeles Conservancy, its principals, officers, employees, volunteers, sponsors, agents and other participants from any and all claims, damages (including medical expenses and attorneys’ fees), injuries and expenses arising out of, or resulting from your voluntary attendance/participation in Walking Tours.
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Major funding for the Los Angeles Conservancy’s educational programs is provided by the LaFetra Foundation and the Kenneth T. and Eileen L. Norris Foundation.
