What is now known as the Southwest Marine complex at Terminal Island played a key role in both World Wars, setting world records for quick production of ships for the war effort. It helped establish Los Angeles as a world port and was the site of progressive labor policies for the burgeoning African American population […]

The former Cathedral of St. Vibiana was one of the Conservancy's toughest battles and greatest victories.

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Patriarch of one of the oldest and most prolific architecture firms in Southern California, Albert C. Martin saw opportunity in the open fields of a fledgling city...

The Los Angeles Conservancy is pleased to recognize and honor the diverse funding partners that support our mission to protect, honor, and celebrate historic places in Los Angeles County.

Bell Gardens established a historic preservation program in 2007 when the City adopted a historic preservation ordinance.  Since that time, the City has landmarked three significant structures: the Gage Mansion, the Woodworth House, and the Perry House.  The City’s General Plan also contains a list of identified sites of significance.  The City does not have […]

Statewide and national organizations that work in various aspects of historic preservation in California

Pierre Koenig is one of the most recognizable names in California Modernism...