Los Angeles Conservancy (Venue Partner)
Event locations vary - see descriptions
Office: 523 West Sixth Street, Suite 826
213-623-2489
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Historic Core Walking Tour; photo by Annie Laskey
- When
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Ongoing
Saturdays (10am–12:30pm)
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- Price
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$10 / $5 members & children
- Links
Note:
A kids version of the Historic Downtown tour is offered by arrangement. If interested, contact Annie Lasky at 213-430-4209 or alaskey@laconservancy.org.
The Historic Downtown tour provides an overview of the historical and cultural landmarks of downtown Los Angeles. Covering a wide range of architectural styles, and including anecdotes about the people behind the buildings, this tour is a great way to become acquainted (or re-acquainted) with the unique character of Historic Downtown, as the area around Pershing Square is known. Some of the most beloved Los Angeles landmarks are in this area, such as the Central Library, Angels Flight, and the Bradbury Building. The history of the area goes back to the founding of the city in 1781, and its architecture tells the story of the growth of the city from the 1890s to the present, including the current trend of conversions of vintage office buildings into loft-style apartments and condos.
