CBS' Television City was one of the first and largest complexes built expressly for television production and broadcasting, and clearly signified L.A.'s intent to become the capital of television broadcasting.

Already on the list? Renew today » When historic property owners hire a professional for maintenance, repair, or construction—anything from fixing a leaky faucet to designing a new addition—many consult our professional services directory to find the right services and expertise. As you know, older buildings can have special needs. We want to make sure that these […]

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: […]

On November 2020, the Chicano Moratorium March (December 20, 1969) and National Chicano Moratorium March (August 29, 1970) were added to the National Register of Historic Places.

Use CEQA to Protect Your Community This guide explains how you can use the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to protect historic places in your community. Many people have seen the destruction of historic neighborhoods and sites without knowing that their voice could have made a difference. You have a say in how your community changes over time. CEQA is is a state law that gives you the right to know about development projects in your neighborhood and how they affect your community. It gives you a voice in the process and tools to help you protect important places, your quality of life, and the future of your neighborhood. The guide explains more about how you can use CEQA and includes case studies describing how others have used it in different ways to prevent demolition of significant sites. You can download the guide below as a PDF in English or Spanish. We hope you find it helpful.

The World's oldest McDonald's continues in operation as a fast-food historic landmark.