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The Conservancy relies heavily on the support of its volunteers who are essential to the success of both educational programs and advocacy efforts. Many of the Conservancy's projects depend on the continued involvement of volunteers in a variety of different activities. A wide array of options suiting many areas of interest, is available to anyone wishing to give his or her time and talent to the Conservancy.
For more information on any of the volunteer opportunities listed below, please contact the Conservancy at (213) 623-CITY or email Connie Humberger at volunteers@laconservancy.org.
OR click here for a printable sign-up form.
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COMMITTEES
Historic Theatres Committee
The Historic Theatres Committee promotes the preservation of historic theatres in Los Angeles as economically viable community, cultural, and architectural resources. Activities include researching local theatre histories, conducting oral histories, planning the annual Last Remaining Seats film series, and other theatre-related endeavors. For more information, see the Historic Theatres Committee section of this site.
Legal Committee
The Conservancy's Legal Committee provides pro bono legal assistance to the Conservancy on preservation projects and policy issues. Committee members, mostly attorneys with experience in real estate, land use, or environmental law, testify at public hearings, prepare legal briefs, and negotiate legal agreements on behalf of the Conservancy.
Modern Committee
The Modern Committee (or ModCom) was formed in 1984 in response to the unabated destruction of post-World War II architecture. Since then, the committee has expanded to include all 20th-century architecture and related fields. The committee plans tours, exhibitions, lectures, and field trips, and also plays an advocacy role in nominating potential historic landmarks and in protecting significant Modern buildings. The Modern Committee typically meets the third Monday of every month from 7 to 9pm. For locations, call the Los Angeles Conservancy at (213) 623-CITY.
Please visit the Modern Committee Website (www.modcom.org) for more information.
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OTHER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
A number of other volunteer opportunities exist to suit the interests of almost anyone looking to help the Conservancy:
House Tours
Assist with historic, architectural, and neighborhood house tours.
Community Outreach
Staff Conservancy membership/tour information tables at Conservancy and other community events.
Office Aides
Assist in the Conservancy's administrative office with phones, mailings, filing, and special projects.
Advocacy Support
Write letters or make calls to help save historic resources on an as-needed basis. Every voice makes a difference!
Docent Program
Share your love of historic Los Angeles by joining the Conservancy's walking tour docent corps. |
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Wiltern Theater
Wilshire Boulevard at Western Avenue The Wiltern Theater and the office tower above it, the Pellissier Building, is an impressive green terra cotta structure proudly demonstrating the beauty and opulence of the Art Deco style. The building was threatened with demolition in the late 1970s, but was saved through community organizing by the Conservancy and a last-ditch rescue and renovation by developer Wayne Ratkovich. Today, the Wiltern Theater thrives with popular live entertainment acts, and the building also houses the famous Atlas Bar and Grill, a popular restaurant and nightclub. Photo courtesy of Terry Helgesen |
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