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How to Improve Your Score
The underlying goal of the Preservation Report Card is to help communities improve their preservation programs by proactively pointing out specific areas that might need attention. The Conservancy is eager to help any community in this effort. We have a thorough knowledge of best practices and can offer direct technical assistance. General Tips If you’d […] -
San Gabriel Historic Preservation and Cultural Resource Ordinance Update
The City of San Gabriel enjoys a wealth of historic and cultural resources, including archeological sites related to the Gabrielino-Tongva tribe, the iconic San Gabriel Mission, Spanish Colonial Revival-style buildings of the 1920s and ’30s, and cohesive residential neighborhoods. In pioneering recognition of its cultural resources, San Gabriel became the second city in Los Angeles […] -
Professional Services Directory
Preserving and maintaining historic structures requires the special touch of professionals who understand the importance of preserving historic character — and who have the skills to do it right. To help you protect and enhance your investment in Los Angeles County’s rich architectural legacy, we offer a professional services directory for various aspects of historic preservation. […] -
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Moore House (Demolished)
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Sierra Madre
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 […] -
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Carthay Neighborhoods Historic District
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Page & Turnbull
A leader in architectural services, cultural resources studios, and preservation technology since 1973. -
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2024 Benefit: Dinner Sponsorships
Join us for a house your, cocktail reception and dinner at this festive celebration! We're honoring longtime Conservancy supporter Trina Turk, fashion designer and steadfast advocate for California's culture, landscape and architecture. -
Many Memories of Wilshire
I remember the La Brea tar pits, the former Bullocks Wilshire building, the Wilshire Blvd. Temple (oldest Jewish congregation in Los Angeles) founded in 1873 on the corner of Fourth street (now Broadway) and Third Street. I am interested in the history of Los Angeles, Douglas Park on Wilshire Blvd. Between Chelsea and 25th street […] -
The Most Glamorous Street in the World
Like most of the kids in my high school, I got my driver’s license as soon as I turned sixteen. But unlike everyone else, I was too afraid to drive the freeway; and so that entire first summer (1970), my younger sister and I regularly drove the family’s 10-year-old Ford Falcon over 25+ miles of […] -
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I Remember the May Co.
I remember the May Co: As a junior high student, my best friend and I would walk back and forth between May Co. and Ohrbachs. This was pre-mall hanging out (early 1960s). Also Thrifty Drug: My mother’s part time job; my first (and only) off the book job — untangling jewelry and wrapping gifts — […] -
Sarah Hayes on: Wilshire and Fairfax