Created by the Conservancy’s LRS Volunteer Committee, LRS Unseated is a collection of self-guided tours of filming locations throughout Los Angeles. Was SUNSET BOULEVARD actually filmed anywhere near Sunset Boulevard? Where did James Dean first say “hi” to Natalie Wood in REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE? Join us for LRS Unseated! and find out! FEATURED TOURS: […]

Artesia does not have a traditional historic preservation program, but has established an ordinance that led to the designation of the city historic district, which includes the city’s old fire station.  The Community, Culture and Economic Element in the City’s 2010 General Plan identifies some significant sites, including the Artesia Water Tower and Artesia DES (Divino […]

The City of San Gabriel has long been a local historic preservation movement leader. Its first historic preservation ordinance was adopted in 1965—well before other municipalities—and updated in recent years to reflect a true commitment to its residents and rich history.  To strengthen its ordinance, the City set out to prepare an authoritative account of its history […]

Sierra Madre established its historic preservation program in 1987 with the adoption of a historic preservation ordinance.  However, in 1997, the City amended the ordinance language to make landmark designation voluntary for property owners, and the following year placed a measure on the ballot to de-list 29 landmarks.  Preservation advocates countered with a legal case […]

The house where the legendary Marilyn Monroe lived is now at risk

By any measure, the accomplishments of trailblazing architect Paul Williams are astounding...