By designating historic districts, communities can protect large numbers of historic resources and preserve the unique, authentic character of historic neighborhoods.  In many cases, a local historic preservation ordinance includes language allowing for the designation of historic districts. In other cases, a community establishes a separate ordinance for this express purpose. Historic districts may be referred […]

One of the longest running Black discos in L.A., Jewel's was an anchor for the LGBTQ+ community.

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Few architects have left an impression on downtown Los Angeles as broad and lasting as Claud Beelman...