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ANKLE BITER BY KERI FREEMAN VOL 9 NO 07 - APR 19th - APR 25th DTLA-WEEKLY.COM 5 World Cup Champion José Roberto Gama de Oliveira, aka Bebeto will be here in Downtown, to welcome the “World’s most sought-after trophy” as part of the Nationwide tour. Champion Bebeto will also be talking about the upcoming FIFA World Cup. coca-colacompany.com

SKID ROW’s Unsung Heroes Walk the Talk April 21st The Los Angeles Poverty Department Honors the History and Heroes of Skid Row at its 2018 edition of Biennial “Walk the Talk Parade”. The event takes place Saturday, April 21st between the hours of 11:00 am – 3:00 pm with a parade route that begins at 800 East 6th Street. The event is free and open to all and chronicles the ongoing story of Skid Row within its path. Celebrating the accomplishments of the Skid Row community and honoring some of the individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to the community, the parade commemorates those who make a difference in people’s lives every day. This year’s HONOREES Tiffany Rose – founder of My Friends House LA, Steve Diaz – Deputy Director of Organizing at Los Angeles Community Action Network, Bobby Buck – Skid Row’s video/ photographer and founder of The Bobby Buck Show, Vijay Gupta – founder of Street Symphony, Demetra Wilson-Washington – outreach Minister with Central City Community Outreach, Andy Bales – Executive Director of the

Union Rescue Mission, Eddie H. – Skid Row advocate, active in creating the ReFresh Spot, and Pastor Cue – founder of Tha Row – Church Without Walls. Led by the brass band of L.A. Philharmonic violinist Vijay Gupta’s Street Symphony, together with community musicians, the parade makes its way through Skid Row, stopping at eight locations in the neighborhood. The audience is encouraged to follow this fun, funky and festive parade with its floats, costumes and sets designed by community artists, featuring portraits by Skid Row artist and muralist CruShow Herring. For more information visit www.lapovertydept. org Coca-Cola Pours All Into FIFA World Cup Coca-Cola is bringing the FIFA World Cup Trophy to Los Angeles for two days on April 19th – 20th. It will arrive via chartered airplane as part of a global tour, which will also make stops in New York and Miami. The event at L.A. Live giving DTLA a oncein-a-lifetime look of the world’s most iconic trophy and the chance to hear from FIFA and Coca-Cola spokespeople and 1994 World Cup. Former Brazilian football player and

Huizar and Price Shoot for Fair Sidewalk Vending Program

A proposal that would have allowed brick-andmortar business owners the power to veto sidewalk vendor licenses has been shot dead in the water by The Los Angeles City Council’s Economic Development Committee (EDC) who voted recently to find common ground in developing an enforceable and fair Sidewalk Vending Ordinance. Instead, committee members favored a plan that would establish a formal hearing process, allowing adjacent property owners to voice concerns and submit appeals to proposed vendors based on health and safety issues. It’s been four years since Councilmember Jose Huizar and Councilmember Curren Price first introduced the sidewalk vending motion. The EDC vote pushes their proposal one step closer to the finish line. The proposal now heard by the full City Council could be in place by July 1, 2018, with the program expected to be fully operational in 2019.

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DTLA Woman's Touch: DTLA Acupuncture by Jodi Miller DTLA-WEEKLY.COM

RELAX! ITS... DTLA ACUPUNCTURE

elaxation is a MUST! While there are myriad of legal remedies on the market for chronic and intolerable pain, mounting stress, and poor dietary habits, one doesn’t always have to turn to ingesting elements that may cause adverse side effects, impair our driving ability, or swing us to and fro into different realities. Relaxation however is a must and in the human need for authentic and holistic treatment options there lies the same desire for a healthcare practitioner that listens and guides us through lifestyle changes that treat the complex person inside and out.

Meet Shabnam Pourhassani

hile personal life events catapulted Shabnam Pourhassani, L.Ac. Q.M.E. to acupuncture and Eastern medicine, a continued and uncompromising quest for quality care and continued education have made her one of the most distinguished specialists in Southern California.

“The way that Chinese traditional medicine is portrayed mostly by being identified solely with acupuncture, while the herbal and dietetic and physical medicine specialties within its scope in the West are ignored.”

“Shabnam is an exceptionally rare breed of health providers,” is just one of countless In other words, it is not the fault of the conpraises bestowed upon Pourhassani and her sumer for the lack of understanding of a DTLA Acupuncture practice, located inside centuries old practice that requires great skill, the luxurious Frais Day Spa. insight, and wisdom. The scientific research behind acupuncture and Chinese medicine is As a licensed California certified acupuncturimmense dynamic, and is the world’s largest ist, Shabnam has studied and trained with the organized herbal system. most highly regarded and rigorous courses Pourhassani’s practice carefully inteavailable worldwide, including certifications grates Western diagnosis with scientifically from Harvard University, UC Irvine, NYU Lutherresearched Eastern protocols to treat coman Medical Center, and many more. She holds plex conditions. A comprehensive biomedical a bachelor degree in Holistic Science and a analysis is made prior to the commencement Master of Science in Acupuncture & Oriental of any treatment plan. While stress and pain Medicine. She is a California Qualified Workers are two of the most commonly treated condiCompensation Medical Examniner, Certified tions, Pourhassani’s practice treats a variety of Hypnotherapist and Certified Health Coach. conditions, including sports injuries, disorders Pourhassani is on staff at Cedars-Sinai Medical unresponsive to surgery or medication, cosCenter and is an active member of the Amerimetic acupuncture, orthopedic, spine, adcan Society of Reproductive Medicine and the diction, drug detoxification and post-surgical Academy of Integrative Pain Management. issues

Just Ask the Chinese

Pourhassani’s knowledge and experience is vast, but her method of practice is meticulous and precise. For the uninitiated or less informed, Oriental medicine is shrouded in mystery.

With advanced certification to treat women’s health, pregnancy, and infertility, Pourhassani is a specialist in the growing field of reproductive health. This includes fertility preservation, aiding natural fertility, and IVF support. As many women and couples delay child bearing to later in the fertility cycle, the field is in increasing demand. Proper acupuncture can help induce ovulation, address low AMH levels, recurrent pregnancy loss, and diminished ovarian reserve. “I think patients heal best when the interaction is kept relaxed, warm and they are provided health education for self-care purposes. I strive to provide this for patients over time.”

RELAXATION IS A MUST

“I think patients heal best when the interaction is kept relaxed, warm and they are provided health education for self-care purposes. I strive to provide this for patients over time.”

Pourhassani assures your first visit is comfortable and as relaxed as possible. Following a review of medical records and reports, treatment options and expected outcomes will be thoroughly discussed. The acupuncture procedure is on a comfortable, heated bed where free to drift into sleep and will feel little to no pain. Lifestyle changes including diet, nutrition, and herbal supplements are a vital component to a successful outcome. A refer“Not all acupuncturists have the same style, ral to a specialist is made if necessary. DTLA technique, or specialize in the treatment of Acupuncture. 819 S Flower St, LA, CA 90017. www.dtla-acupuncture.com all conditions.”

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10 Great Places: To Do Yoga In DTLA by Ryan KAZEMAINI & Keri Freeman

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: bridge mind body movement More Than One Yoga?

Bridge Mind Body Movement

In 2016,

Theresa Lee Rhodes,

inspired by her never-ending quest to learn about the human body, created The Bridge Mind Body Movement and opened a studio between The 6th and 7th street Bridge in The Arts District of Downtown Los Angeles. Rhodes, a longtime LA resident, has extensively studied dance and Pilates with over twenty years of experience has created a different kind of “bridge” for Downtown; a yoga studio that utilizes a number of different strength and conditioning programs meant to connect our minds to our bodies by awakening our bodies most sensual movements.

Yoga, the Gyrotonic method, and Pilates

Downtown Weekly’s

#1 Pick for 10 Great Places for Yoga 2018

The Bridge Mind Body Movement

Camouflaged nicely behind trees and a shielded sun, the view from a passing car may suggest the Bridge location is being used as a typical office space, but up close to the side walk passerby, the sectioned tint covered windows reveal the main room of Pilates, Yoga enhancement and Gyrotonic Mechanisms. Entering through the “Alley”, allows the participant to ease their way pass store items and onto the yoga floor.

Yoga is known for stimulating the entire person, opening energy

pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion, and improving strength, and movement efficiency. At The Bridge Each movement flows into the next, allowing the joints to move through a natural range of motion without jarring or compression. Slow, sensual and healing. Here’s what they offer.

The Gyrotonic Method

Here’s a training method based on principles of yoga, dance, tai chi, and swimming? Yes, it’s that smooth, with an emphasis on slow rotation and spiraling movements that don’t have an endpoint. Gyrotonic practice also builds core strength, balance, coordination, and agility.

Suspension Yoga

Another mien that makes The Bridge #1 Suspended Yoga. With all the grace and seduction of a seasoned burlesque show aerialist, you’ll find yourself suspended in air while learning different tricks in combinations leading up to a final movement pattern. The end routine is simply breathtaking, with the entire class twirling and spinning in a dance while strengthening and achieving the desired yoga positions. Different levels from beginner to advanced so you there’s no need to feel intimidated from knowing your hanging a few feet away from the floor.

are offered at The Bridge, both classical and contemporary; all practices which allow the body to move with curve, arc and flourish, as you find strength and flexibility while providing the bond to positive spiritual growth. Instructors compliment often, and the vibe is always warm from the moment you walk into The Bridge Mind Body Movement’s Arts District studio.

Vinyasa Yoga

To add to its flair and what boost it to #1 on our list is that The

smog than Go Wild... Go Primal. Combat a session of Halotherapy. This is salt therapy booth that dispenses dry Shake Your .. Buti? salt air. Harnessing salt’s anti-inflammatory

Bridge is nestled wonderfully inside the brick exteriors of 1820 Industrial Street, an outstanding brick-laden structure where the remnants of historic train passageway, can still be found. Owned and supported by visionary, Yuval Bar-Zemer with adjacent locals, Biscuit Lofts, Little Bear, Pour Haus, Church and State Bistro and Daily Dose Cafe, The Bridge cohered admirably creating a quaint, quiet art, health, and fine dining ganglion.

Featuring traditional poses, Vinyasa is a style of yoga commonly referred to as “flow” yoga, characterized by stringing postures together so that you move from one to another, seamlessly, while using the yoga breath. Vinyasa Yoga is known to develop a more balanced body and prevent repetitive motion injuries that sometimes occur in the yoga community.

The word ‘buti’ is a Marathi Indian term for “the cure to something that’s been hidden away or kept secret.” Buti Yoga, (a DTLA Weekly favorite) focuses on explosive moments and tribal dance. Movements of Africa, South America and the South Pacific unleash the hidden power of the less inhibited while they sculpt away body fat and lack of energy through a high energy cardio session.

Reiki

If you are feeling stressed, the studio is home to a resident Reiki master who gives a weekly meditation and Reiki healing circle class. Now that’s a lot of energy flowing for one room. Let it out.

and antibacterial properties, Halotherapy can clear your lungs, enhance endurance, and cleanse skin. Continued on Page...12

10. DTLA Vegan: Spring Street Strip: Beelmans -- STORY BY Keri Freeman PHOTOS BY Hanfu Jazz

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eganeer Tony Yanow of Artisanal Brewers Collective is leading Downtown Los Angeles into the future of sustainability with the revamp of Beelman’s. With veganism on the rise, the demand for vegan restaurants is on the rise too. It seems people of the world are changing their beliefs when it comes to what they eat. The idea of having to eat animal products to survive is shrinking fast. Beelman’s would show the people of the world that Downtown would prove to be no different.

t the healthy heart of it, 30-year-old Chef Caroline Concha. Last week Concha was voted Best Female Chef in Los Angeles only 8 years after topping off her last preparation at St. Joseph Culinary School in Venice, CA.

ollowed by a string of successes that would eventually lead her to cross paths with Yanow, since coming downtown, Chef Concha told Downtown Weekly she’s still getting over the contrast of traveling to work on the Metro versus her former chef gig in the suburbs, at one of Yanow’s other vegan shindigs, Tony’s Darts Away in Burbank.

“It’s really [DTLA] busy, nonstop, with a lot of random people and it’s really intense.”

Ignore the transplantation, Chef Concha makes a “Mighty Fine Chili” of coarsely ground Chipotle sausage, Guajillo peppers, kidney beans, garbanzo beans topped with sweet plantains in wonton, almonds, and Chipotle crème. Mighty Fine Chili is a dish hearty enough be the main course but comes together nicely as an appetizer, and goes with any of Beelman’s organic or spirited beverages.

We see greens of green and you will too when you order Chef Concha’s “I See Greens on Green Salad”, a mix of greens with kale, heirloom baby tomatoes, herbs, Persian cucumber & champagne vinaigrette.

Downtown Weekly’s noted favorite thing about Beelman’s is although its vegan yet, it doesn’t alienate the meat lover by giving off a feeling that their being judged or try to knock the path of the stubborn carnivore. It does this seamlessly by serving dishes that can easily fool the meat lover into believing they aren’t missing a bite. They do this with plant-based meat substitutes that really fool the senses and boggle the imagination.

That’s Impossible? Impossible meat is among the newest line of genetically engineered foods using plant-based Heme. Heme hits you with taste and texture so much like meat you’d think it was created solely to wean society away from animal products by giving the world familiar foods that harness the same sensory traits as meat from raw to finish.

Beelman’s Impossible Burger is greasy, well seasoned and cooked the same way as meat, with juices flowing to escape the heat, pouring out over the grill, the same way it does over your taste buds, juiceh. Accompanied by the good karma of Chipotle aioli, tomato, greens, spicy ketchup, pickles on a brioche bun, with fries on the side, Buddha is always smiling at Beelman’s. Guestf Chef Concha’s Buddha Bowl.

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Monuments in Time: Claud Beelman

eelman’s Pub is was named after Claud Beelman an American Architect famed for creating 22 structures beginning in the 1920s ending in the 1960s. Of Claud Beelman’s accomplishments in downtown; the Barker Bros Building, the Union Oil Building and the Roosevelt Hotel. Also, our favorite lime green covered giant, the Eastern Columbia, was also left to us by the late Claud Beelman along with Downtown favorite, “boogie up” rooftop bar the Standard Hotel. Beelman’s Pub is located in one of Claud’s last designs, the Union California Bank (1961), now known as Spring Towers disguised by Robert Vargas’ “Our Lady of the City” and anchored by Spring Street Mac and fashion favorite Six Hundred. We wonder what Claud would think of Chef Concha’s vegan Bahn Dog Frankfurter covered with Sriracha mayo, pickled carrots, green papaya & Daikon, jalapeños and cilantro on a pretzel bun, with fries on the side. Bet he would think it was real meat just like we did. We’re not worried much about how he would feel about Beelman’s VEGAN HAPPY HOUR every last Tuesday of the month or Beelman’s regular happy hour from 4-7pm or $5 lunch specials. We already know he would love it as much as we do. As a pub, Beelman’s packs a heavy punch for the Spring Street Strip. Plenty of outdoor patio seating, Beelman’s was one of the first to take on the Historic Core attempts to make the district more pedestrian friendly, offering an inviting outdoor patio accessible to all, included pets. Expect to see a broad mix of people enjoying a cold brew and plates of vegan dishes when you walk by or enter the establishment. Classic long bar with stools and comfy wooden picnic tables with cozy booth stall options give Beelman’s a nostalgic feel and the place fills most days and nights just shortly after opening. It’s a hit! 600 S. Spring St. Los Angeles, CA 90014 (213) 622-1022. www.beelmans.com

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10 great places for yoga in dtla

n Downtown, no two yoga studios are alike. Some boast unique programs, while others stand out for their spiritual qualities, ability to travel or for the aesthetic of their interiors. Here, yoga studios are found on top of skyscrapers, in lofts, storefronts and underneath our feet in underground basements. Downtown Weekly geared up to explore the world of Downtown Yoga to bring you this year’s picks for 10 Great Places for Yoga in the DT.

#1 The Bridge Mind Body Movement - Arts District

Creating a community was an essential aspect of owner Theresa Lee Rhode’s vision for The Bridge Mind Body Movement. That is why she created a space “absent of egos.” At the Bridge, both veteran yogis and novices will find a home. The carefully chosen instructors at the Bridge are essential to this. All possess backgrounds in anatomy so that they are able to accommodate anyone in any circumstance. Visit The Bridge for Buti Yoga, Suspended Yoga, Pilates, Reiki, and much more. Making your way through the day in Downtown LA can often leave you feeling unbalanced. Healing” can be defined as making something complete again. Visit The Bridge Mind Body Movement and bridge the gap. Located at 1820 Industrial Street #102B Los Angeles, CA 90021.

#2 Bender: Move + Be Moved. Bender yoga experiences blend yoga, dance, fresh music, art, and culture. Best of all they take their yoga on the road, hosting yoga/entertainment events at some of DTLA’s favorite hotspots. Expect to bend, then expect to party as yoga makes way for a dance party each and every time. On May 11th, Bender will present “CITY LIGHTS” at Skyspace. The first of its kind held on the top floors of DTLAs second tallest building, Bender yogis will get to celebrate, work, imagine, hustle, grind, and groove. Bender also host a monthly Sunday class at the ROW. 777 Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90021. #3 Yoga Circle - Old Bank District Since 1999 Yoga Circle has been specializing in breathing, alignment and form, meditation, union, and happiness. Located in the historic San Fernando, from breath to pose, whether you’re looking for an introductory class or an advanced workout using props, the Circle will challenge you and mold you into an evolved practitioner of yoga. 400 S Main St, S05, LA, CA 90013.

BY KERI FREEMAN VOL 9 NO 07 - APR 19th - APR 25th DTLA-WEEKLY.COM #4 Januma Yoga Financial District

Main Barre’s Yoga Sculpt class is a one-hour long heat infused class. At 90 degrees, you’re almost guaranteed a sweaty, yet efficiently sculpting session. This workout combines all of The Main Barre’s workouts into one for maximum results. You can also book private classes, private group events, and bachelorette parties. 560 S Main St #4 W Los Angeles, CA 90013.

The high beam ceilings, cement floors and natural light flows into Jamuna Yoga from high above the city over just across from the Nomad Hotel. DTLA Vegans and founders Jenna Faith and Vallabh (Val) Das make traditional yoga accessible and acceptable to the growing professional DTLA demographic. This translates to not merely a space to hold a class, but an ur#8. Mystical Rebel ban retreat where ancient traditions are explored while building community, trust, Historic Core and a holistic lifestyle. Cannabis is finally having it’s moment 711 S. Olive St. LA, CA 90014. to step out of the shadows and into the light. Mystical Rebel’s ever-popular Thursday evening Stoned Yoga is jam #5 Bikram Yoga - Bunker Hill packed with rebel souls eager for conBikram Yoga, often referred to as The nection. This Friday April 20th at NAVEL Original Hot Yoga, is famous for introin DTLA, prepare for a communal smoke ducing multiple beneficial and healing session, 60 minutes of yoga and Groove postures. This yoga studio promises it’s meditation set to live spins by DJ Profesdedicated and hardworking clients the sor X, and a cannabis-infused after party benefits of weight loss, increased flexibili- to dance, connect, and mix a little bit of ty, flushed toxins, recovery from injuries, wellness with a whole lot of fun. All proand reduced stress. Located at 700 W 1st ceeds from this event will go to support St - Los Angeles, CA 90012. those presently or formerly incarcerated for non-violent drug offenses. 453 S Spring St, Suite 641, LA, CA 90013.

#6 Namaste DTLA

Art Meets Yoga at Namaste where selfcare is crucial for our physical, emotional and mental well-being. Locate inside RA_Loft a wellness and beauty co-op they offer a safe space to practice self-care daily; with yoga, meditation, massage, chiropractic care, energy healing or steam sessions. at Namaste yoga is a lifestyle. Getting the body fit and strong is part of that, but fitness is not all that we offer. Classes and one-on-one appointments for Private Yoga, Yoga Therapy, Reiki, Chiropractic, Massage and V Steam are being filled ranging from mellow HATHA classes to vigorous VINYASA classes, GENTLE classes (flow, restorative, yin) and combination YOGA & meditation or a yoga workout class. They even offer a Healthy Backs class. 605 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90015.

#7 The Main Barre Historic Core

If you’re looking for a serious workout session, you should visit The Main Barre and take any one of their stimulating classes. From barre to yoga, although it’s called The Main Barre, they are more than just barre experts and instructors.

#9 Peace Yoga Fashion District

Buddha marks the spot! Delicious and healthy foods, abound, as well as one tough yoga lesson led by DTLA Patriot, Owner and raw food chef, Cheri Rae Russell. Russell has taught in India, Thailand, and at The Yoga Barn in Bali before opening Peace. With the help of her skills, knowledge, and good nature she has created the ultimate experience at her studio offering music, food, art, and Reiki healing. 903 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90014.

#10 Yoga reTREAT Courts District

Here’s a FREE community Yoga Session complete with concerts, lunch trucks and other activities designed to be relaxing, rejuvenating and re-energizing. Pop in and out, dress comfortably and be ready to retreat into Grand Park bliss. Cristina Fernandez leads yoga sessions on the Performance Lawn, located at the Community Terrace, between Hill and Broadway. 200 N Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

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BUNKER HILL is DTLA’s leader in live performance art, presenting formally trained theater, dance and musical performances, including those in the visual arts as well as presenting DTLA’s master chefs.

SOUTH PARK is no doubt the new Entertainment capital of the world with tours & expos, national sporting events, award ceremonies, comedy shows, restaurants, and a discotheque, almost completely surrounded by world class hotels.

Sure, the FINANCIAL DISTRICT sounds like it’s ALL WORK and no play, but with historic landmarks, sky tops with full bars, thrill rides, & award winning happy hours, prepare yourself for the pressures of excitement.

With its independence, CHINATOWN has strengthened its romantic and familiar relationship with Downtown, demonstrating it is as gentle as it is honest with its gifts for DTLA.

Order in the courts, dine in or take out...Not just for law making anymore, the COURTS DISTRICT of DTLA offers a gambit of public art, a 360 degree observation deck, legendary eateries and historical landmarks.

The Absolute Most:

OUE-SKYSPACE Think: California’s Tallest Observation Deck, Private Events, 5Star Restaurants, 71 Stories, Skyslide.

The Most:

WALT DISNEY CONCERT HALL Think: LA PHIL, 2018 Centennial Season, World Reknown Composers, Beethovan, Mickey

The Almost:

MUSIC CENTER’S Grand MakeOver Think: $30 million in renovations over the next two years.

The Utmost:

REDCAT GALLERY Think: Performing Arts, Exhibits, Collections, & Multi Cultural Programing.

top food picks AU LAC NOE OTIUM

Staples Center/LA LIVE Think: Sports Area, Live Concerts, Movie Theater, Bowling Alley, XGames, 4 Star Hotels, Rooftop Spas.

The Most:

LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER Think: Expos, Network, AirPort, Media Pass.

The Almost:

METROPOLIS Think: Panoramic Views, New Skyline, Sky Pools, Dogparks, Exquisite Dining, Boutique Hotel, Cabanas.

The Utmost:

REGAL CINEMAS Think: Block Buster Movies, Film Screenings, $8 Dollar Tuesdays, Pop Corn, RedVines, and now...Beer!!!

top food picks EL CHOLO BARCITO KATSUYA

WILSHIRE GRAND Think: Sushi with a view, Poolside Bar, Rooftop Restaurants, Hotel Rooms, Palm Trees.

The Most:

LA LIBRARY Think: Tranquility, Historic Building, Field Trip, Courtyard Dining, Millions of Text, Research, Illuminati.

The Almost:

110/105/10/5 FWY Intersection Think: Car Radio, Traffic, MapQuest, Windshield, Congestion, Bumpers, CHP, Road rage.

The Utmost:

THE BLOC Think: International Brands, Shopping Mecca, METRO, Outdoor Terrace, Art Installations and Live Performances.

top food picks TOM GEORGE PEZ CANTINA FUNDAMENTAL

CHINATOWN CENTRAL PLAZA Jazz Club, Dim Sum, Hanfu, Peking Duck, Chinese New Year’s, Culture Festivals.

The Most:

GIN LIN WAY Think: Red Lanterns, Neon, Vintage Chinese Architecture, Jazz Clubs1938.

The Almost:

Year of the Dog Think: Loyalty. Careful Observation. Plenty of new restaurants, art shows, and a new year of cultural festivities.

The Utmost:

UNION STATION Think: Subway, Maps, Train Station.

The Most:

CITY HALL Think: City Council, Committee Meetings, City Planning, Ceremonies, Observation Deck, The Mayor Beacon, Projected Light Displays.

The Almost:

Polyphonoptic Tower Think: Kinetic Sculpture, Music, Lights, Synchronization, Water, Flood, Faulty to Fixed.

The Utmost:

CHUNG KING ROAD Think: Art Openings, Art Galleries, Antiques, Curio Shops, Live Performances.

OLVERA STREET Think: Birth Place of Los Angeles, Mexican Marketplace, Authentic food, Aztec Dancers, Mariachis, Catholic Church.

top food picks

PHO 87 LASA SEA FRESH

CIENTO LINDO TRAXX NICKS CAFE

tourist guide 15 fashion district

little tokyo

arts district

LITTLE TOKYO is the heart of the largest Japanese-American population in America. With over 3500 welcoming residents, and hundreds of shops Little Tokyo sees its fair share of tourism in DTLA.

ARTS DISTRICT is DTLA’s perfect mix of fine art galleries, creative loft style living, organic eating, and BEER, hosting the most eclectic mix of indie artisan showcases and micro-brewing companies in all of Los Angeles.

The HISTORIC CORE is revitalized with new bike lanes, parklettes, community gardens, outdoor concerts, artisan pop-ups, and 2 of the most highly anticipated self-guided art tours in the country.

Where SKID ROW meets the INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE DISTRICT, with community leaders and entrepreneurs willing to solve the problems of an area known for having the 2nd largest homeless population in the country.

The FASHION DISTRICT is a stitched oasis where fashion designers, wholesalers, market weeks, retailed fashion wares, accessories, textiles, and shoppers collide.

The Absolute Most:

OLD JAPANESE UNION CHURCH Think: 1922, East Coast Players, LAArtCore, World Class Theater, 30+ Years.

The Most:

JAPANESE AMERICAN NATIONAL MUSEUM Think: Tradition, Exhibits, WW2, Sculpture, History, Extraordinary Origami.

The Almost:

The Metro Regional Connector Think: All of Downtown’s Districts Connected allowing passengers to transfer to Blue, Expo, Red and Purple Lines, bypassing Union Station.

The Utmost:

HAUSER & WIRTH Think: Globe Mills Complex, Art World, Manuela Restaurant, Art Exhibits, Installations.

The Most:

ANGEL CITY BREWERY Think: IPA, Beer Tasting, Local Entertainment, Karaoke, Comedy Night, New Mini-Festivals, Indie Art Shows.

The Almost:

Institute of Contemporary Art Think: Museum, 12,700Sqft., Industrial Building, 32-Year-Old Art Institution. Architecture by wHY, Public Programming, Retail Stores.

The Utmost:

historic core

NIGHT ON BROADWAY Think: Outdoor concert, 12 Historic Theaters, Live Performances, Food Trucks, Crepes, Huge Crowds.

The Most:

DOWNTOWN ARTWALK Think: Creativity, Nighttime Celebration, Galleries, Artists, Entertainment, Street Vendors, Interactive Exhibits, Bar Crawl.

The Almost:

the skidz

SMORGASBURG Think: Alameda Marketplace, 10,000 Visitors, Indie Artisan, Sunday, Food, Music, Vintage, Wellness, Donuts.

CALIFORNIA MARKET CENTER Think: Designers. ShowCase, Market Week, Fashion, Accessories, Textiles, Fashion Run Way.

The Most:

LAMP/Union Rescue Mission/SkidRow Housing Trust Think: Non Profit, Giving, Public Service, Fundraising, Art Events.

SANTEE ALLEY Think: Bargains, SwapMeet, Bizarre, Street Dogs, Wigs, Wholesale Purses, Immitation Perfume.

The Almost:

BRINGING BACK BROADWAY Think: Street Car, Historic Theater, Wedding Boutiques, Parklettes, Night On Broadway

TheROW Think: 1.3 million Sqft,. Multi-Use Complex, Residents, Shopping, Restaurants, Local Entertainment, Creative Office Spaces.

The Utmost:

BIGGER! BETTER! Wall Florist Market Think: Coral Forest, Farmer’s Market, Grilled Food, Aqua Frescas, Wholesale Flowers. Saturdays.

The Utmost:

JZenshuji a Sōtō Zen Temple Think: Shakyamuni Buddha, Community Garden, Meditation.

ARTISTS & FLEAS Think: Unique, Fashion, Art and Craft Show, Vintage, Food Trucks, Saturdays.

GRAND CENTRAL MARKET Think: Food Mart, Oyster Bar, Cafes, Spices, Historic, Produce, Traditional Foods, Variety, Landmark.

GLADY’S PARK Think: Concerts, Town Hall Meetings, Sports Court, Soup Lines, Community.

THE COOPER BUILDING Think: Historic Landmark, Huge Shopping Bags, Full Fashion, Designers, Showcase, Sample Sale, Men’s Suits.

top food picks

KAGAYA SUSHI GEN REDBIRD

WESTBOUND ZINK CAFE DAILY DOSE CAFE

SPRING TERRONIS

CREPES SANS FRONTIERES

THE ESCONDITE YXTE COCINA COMFORT LA

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16 DTLA BEHIND BARS: EAT - DRINK - DANCE - SLEEP DTLA-WEEKLY.COM

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CHOICES

Eastside Italian Deli (1929) 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$

Misturo Cafe (1935) 117 Japanese Village, 90012 (213) 613-1028 #misturocafe $$

La Luz del Dia (1959) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-7495 #olverastreet $$

Clifton’s Cafeteria (1935) 648 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 627-1673 #cliftonsla $$

Juice Crafters 702 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 689-4555 # $$

Pitchoun 545 S Olive St, LA 90013 (213) 689-3240 # $$

El Paso Inn (1930) 11 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (915) 772-4264 #elpasoinla $$

Casa La Golondrina (1930) 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$

Otomisan (1956) 2506 1/2 E 1st St., LA, 90033 (323) 526-1150 #otomisan $$$

Original Tommy’s (1946) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 389-9060 #originaltommys $

Green Grotto 541 S Spring St #133, 90013 (213) 265-7409 # $$

Little Damage Soft Serve 700 S Spring St, CA 90014 (213) 628-3443 # $$

Philippe Original (1908) 1001 N Alameda St., 90012 (213) 628-3781 #philippetheog $$

San Antonio Winery (1917) 737 Lamar Ave, LA 90031 (213) 382-8449 #santantoniowinery $$$

Cielito Lindo (1938) 1 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 687-4391 #cielitolindola $

Lanza Bros Market (1926) 337 E 1st Street LA, 90012 (213) 626-9132 #suehirocafe $$

Urth Cafe 451 S Hewitt St,LA 90013 (213) 628-3781 # $$

Zinc Cafe 580 Mateo St, LA 90013 (323) 825-5381 #zinccafeandmarke

HMS Bounty (1935) 3357 Wilshire Blvd LA, 90010 (213) 385-7275 #hmsbounty $$

Langer’s Deli (1947) 704 S Alvarado St., LA 90057 (213) 483-8050 #langersdeli $$

Original Pantry (1924) 2575 Beverly Blvd, LA, 90057 (213) 972-9279 #the_orignial_pantry $$

Pacific Dining Car (1920) 1310 W 6th Street, LA, 90017 (213) 483-6000 #pacificdiningcar $$$

The Alley (2007) 1820 Industrial #260, 90021 (213) 935-8189 # $$

Wild Living Food (2017) 760 S Main St, LA, CA 90014 #wildlivingfood $$$

Monty Bar (2011) 1222 W. 7th St. LA 90017 (213) 228-6000 #themontybar

Tony’s Saloon (2009) 2017 E. 7th St., LA, 90021 (213) 622-5523 #tonyssaloon $

Wendall’s Bar (2013) 656 S. Main St., LA, 90014 (213) 709-6156 #wendalldtla $

Bernedettes 1013 Alpine Street LA, 90012 (213) 250-2464 #eastsidedeli $$

5 Star Bar 267 S Main St, LA, 90012 (213) 625-1037 #5starbar $

Down N Out Bar (1996) 501 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 221-7595 #dnobar

DRINK

Hank’s Bar (1954) 840 S Grand Ave, LA 90017 $ (213) 623-7718 #hanksbardtla $

Cana Rum Bar (2010) 714 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 745-7092 #canarumbarla $$

General Lees (1890) 475 Gin LIng Way, LA 90012 (213) 625-7500 #generaleesla $

Lexington Bar (2014) King Eddy Saloon (1933) 129 E 3rd St, LA, CA 90013 131 E. 5th Street, LA, 90013 (213) 629-2023 (213) 291-5723 $ #kingeddysaloon $

Eighty Two (2014) 707 E 4th Pl, LA, CA 90013 (213) 626-8200 #eightytwola $$

Golden Gopher (1905) 114 W. 8th Street, LA, 90014 (213) 614-8001 #goldengopherla $

Love Song (2014) 446 S. Main St., LA 90013 (323) 284-5728 #thelovesongbar $$

Shoo Shoo Baby (2017) 717 W 7th St. LA, CA 90017 (213) 688-7755 #shooshoobaby $$$

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breweries>>

service decor

taste parking

Angel City Brewery (2013) 216 Alameda, LA, 90012 (213) 622-1261 #angelcitybeer $$

Arts District Brewing (2015) 828 Traction Ave, LA 90012 (213) 519-5887 #artsdistrictbrewing $$

Karl Strauss (2017) 600 Wilshire Bl., LA 90017 (213) 228-2739 #karlstraussbeer $$

community

3rd Generation (2015) 808 W. 7th St., LA 90013 (213) 627-8166 #3rdgenerationbar $$

Birds & Bees (2017) 207 S. Broadway, LA, 90012 (213) 537-0510 #birdsandbeesla $$

Church & State (2013) 1850 Industrial St, LA 90012 (213) 405-1434 #churchandstatebistro $$$

El Compadre (2014) 1248 S. Figueroa LA 90014 (213) 749-0025 #elcompadredtla $$

71 Above (2016) 633 W. 5th, LA 90013 (213) 712-2683 #71abovebar

$$$

Blu Jam (2017) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (323) 951-9191 #hmsbounty $$

Coles (1908) 118 E. 6th St., LA 90014 (213) 622-4090 #colesdtla $$

Emerson Royce Bar (2015) 1936 E. 7th St, LA 90021 (213) 784-9006 #theemersonla $$$

Boomtown Brewery (2015) 700 Jackson St., LA 90012 (213) 709-6156 #boomtownbrewery $$

Mikkeller (2017) 330 W. Olympic Bl., LA 90015 (213) 596-9005 #mikkellerbeer $$

Artisan House (2011) 614 S. Main St., LA 90013 (213) 622-6333 #artisanhousela $$

BoardRoom (2017) 135 N Grand Ave, LA 90012 213-972-8556 #boardroom_la $$

Crepes Sans Frontieres (2013) 541 S. Spring St., LA 90013 (213) 623-3606 #crepessansfrontieres $$

Figat7th 735 S Figueroa St #133 (213) 239-5654 # $$$

Iron Triangle (2016) 1581 Industrial St., LA 90021 (323) 364-4415 #irontrianglebrewing_dtla $$

Mumford Brewery (2015) 416 Boyd St., LA, 90013 www.mumfordbrewing.com #mumfordbrewing

Barcito (2015) 403 W. 12th St., LA 90014 (213) 415-1821 #barcitola $$

Bottega Louie (2009) 700 S. Grand Ave, LA 90014 (213) 802-1470 #bottegalouie $$$

District 711 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 612-3185 #

Escondite (1964) 410 Boyd St., LA 90013 (213) 626-1800 #theescondite

Beelman’s Pub (2014) 600 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 622-1022 #beelmansdtla $$

Broken Spanish 1050 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 749-1460 #brokenspanishla $$$

Don Chente (2015) 1248 S. Figueroa St., 90015 (213) 814-4865 #donchentedtla $$

Ham & Eggs Tavern (2013) 433 W. 8th St, LA, 90014 (213) 891-6939 #gohameggs $$

Bestia (2010) 2121 E 7th Pl, LA 90021 (213) 514-5724 #bestiadtla $$$

BS Taqueria (2015) 514 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 680-2600 #bstaqueria

Eat. Drink Americano (2012) 923 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 620-0781 #eatdrinkamericano $$

Far Bar (2005) 347 E. 1st St., LA 90012 (213) 617-9990 #farbar_la $$

Brack Shop Tavern (2016) 525 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 232-8657 #brackshoptavern $$

Cerveteca DTLA (2014) 923 E. 3rd St., LA 90012 (213) 805-5862 #cervetecadtla

El Cholo (2010) 1037 S Flower St, LA 90015 (213) 746-7750 #elcholola $$

Kai Japanese Roots (2017) 542 S Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 232-4900 #kaijapaneseroots $$

<<historic theaters>> $$

Belasco Theater (1926) 1050 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-5670 #belascola $$

The Orpheum (1926) 842 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (877) 677-4386 #theorpheumtheater $$

The Globe (1913) 740 S Broadway, LA, 90014 (213) 489-1667 #globetheatrela $$

The Regent Theater (1914) 448 S. Main LA 90014 (323) 284-5727 #regenttheaterla $$

The Mayan (1927) 1038 S. Hill St., LA 90015 (213) 746-4287 #themayan $$

Theater at the ACE (1927) 929 S. Broadway, LA 90014 (213) 709-6156 #theater_acedtla $$

DTLA BEHIND BARS: EAT - DRINK - DANCE - SLEEP DTLA-WEEKLY.COM The Yard House 17 Olvera Street LA, 90012 (213) 628-4349 #lagolondrina $$$

Mas Malo (2011) 515 W 7th St, LA 90014 (213) 985-4332 #masmalodtla $$

Stocking Frame 911 Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 488-0373 #stockingframe $$

LA Biergarten (2015) 750 S. Broadway LA 90014 213-628-3737 #labiergarten $$

Yxta Cocina (2009) 601 S Central Ave, LA 90021 (213) 622-5540 #yxta_cocinamexicana $$

Miro 888 Wilshire Blvd, LA, 90017 (915) 772-4264 #mirodtla $$

Perch (2011) 448 S Hill St., L A 90013 (213) 802-1770 #perchlosangeles $$$

Rock and Reillys 615 S Flower St, LA 90017 (213) 537-0554 #rocknreillys $$

Little Bear (2012) 523 W. 7th St., LA 90021 (213) 622-8100 #littlebearla $$$

Le Petit Paris (2015) 418 S Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 217-4445 #lepetitparis_la $$$

Pez Cantina (2014) 401 S Grand Ave LA (213) 258-2280 #pezcantina

Library Bar (2007) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (213) 614-0053 #librarybarla $$

Redwood Bar (1999) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #redwoodbar $

Spitz (2011) 316 W. 2nd St., LA 90012 (213) 680-2600 #spitzpics $$

Preux & Proper (2014) 840 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 896-0090 #preuxandproper $$

Little Sister (2015) 523 W 7th St, LA 90017 (213) 628-3146 #littlesisterdtla $$

Wolf & Crane (2013) 366 E 2nd St, LA, CA 90012 (213) 935-8249 #wolfandcranebar $$

Spring Restaurant (2016) 257 S Spring St, LA 90012 (213) 372-5189 #springlosangeles $$$

Little Jewel (2014) 207 Ord St, L A 90012 (213) 620-0461 #littlejewel_la

Mezcalero DTLA (2017) 510 S. Broadway, LA 90013 (213) 628-3337 #mezcalerodtla $$

Vespaio (2015) 225 S. Grand Ave. LA 90012 (213) 221-7244 #vespaiodtla $$$

Villain’s Tavern (2010) 1356 Palmetto St, LA, 90013 (213) 613-0766 #villainstavern $$

Tom George (2017) 707 S Grand Ave LA 90017 (424) 362-6263 #tomgeorgerestaurant $$$

Red Bird (2014) 114 E 2nd St, LA 90012 (213) 788-1191 #redbirdla $$$

Wurstkuche (2008) 800 E. 3rd Street, LA 90013 (213) 687-4444 #wurstkuche $$

Westbound DTLA 300 S Santa Fe Ave 90013 (213) 262-9291 # $$$

Prank (2017) 1100 S Hope St, LA 90015 (213) 493-4786 #prankbar $$

Otium (2015) 222 S Hope St, LA 90012 (213) 935-8500 #otiumla $$$

drink.dance. Blue J’s (2016) 333 S Alameda St LA 90013 (213) 988-7326 #bluejlounge $$

Conga Room (2008) 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213) 745-0162 #congaroom $$

Elevate Lounge (2007) 811 Wilshire Blvd, LA 90014 (213) 623-7100 #elevatelounge $$

The Lash (2013) 117 Winston Ave, LA 90013 (213) 687-7723 #thelashsocial $

Continental Club (2014) 116 W 4th St., LA 90013 (213) 620-0279 #continentalclub

Exchange LA (2010) 618 S. Spring St., LA, 90013 (213) 627-8070 #exchangela $$

La Cita Bar 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #lacitabar

The Reserve (2015) 650 S. Spring St., 90014 (213) 327-0057 #thereserve $$

Grand Star Jazz (1946) 943 N Broadway (213) 626-2285 #grandstarjazzclub

Las Perlas (2010) 107 E. 6th, LA 90013 (213) 988-8355 #lasperlasla

$$$

Resident DTLA (2015) 428 S Hewitt St., LA 90013 www.residentdtla.com #residentdtla $$

Club Soho (2013) 333 S. Boylston St, LA 90017 (213) 989-7979 #clubsohola $$

eat. drink. (dance). sleep. Bar & Kitchen (2014) @O Hotel 819 S. Flower St. LA 90017 (213) 784-3048 #barandkitchen

Brasserie Sheraton Hotel 711 S. Hope St. LA 90017 (213) 488-3500 #sheratonladt

Multiply Bar (2016) Kawada Hotel 416 S. Spring St, LA 90013 (213) 988-0826 #multiply.la

gLance Lobby Bar (2010) JW Marriott 900 W Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 765-8600 #jalalive

Galaxy Bar (1923) Millennium Biltmore 506 S. Grand Ave., LA 90071 (213) 624-1011 #biltmorehotel

Invention Bar (2013) Athletic Club 431 W. 7th St., LA 90014 (213) 625-2211 #laac

Nixon Lounge (2014) Luxe City Center Hotel 800 W. Olympic Bl, LA 90015 (213)745-0162 #luxecitycenter

Rooftop & Spin (2012) Standard Hotel 555 S Flower St., LA 90017 (213) 439-3065 #spinstandardla

WGP4 (2010) Ritz Carlton 900 W. Olympic Bl. LA 90015 (213) 743-8800 #ritzcarltonla

Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure

Los Angeles Hotel (2017) 333 S Figueroa St, LA 90071 (213) 617-1133 #thelahotel

NOE (2011) Omni Hotel 251 S Olive St, LA 90012 (213) 617-3300 #omnihotel

Tuck Hotel 820 S Spring St, LA 90014 (213) 947-3815 #

Hotel Figueroa (1976) 939 S Figueroa St, LA 90015 (213) 627-8971 #

18 Social & Metropolis Indigo Hotel 899 Francisco St, LA 90017 (213) 232-8800 #-

Bona Vista Lounge (1976) Bonaventure Hotel 336 S. Hill St., LA 90013 (213) 687-7111 #westinbonaventure

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MODERN DAY PRE-HISTORIA: DOWNTOWN LA MUSEUM GUIDE The Broad Museum

National History Museum (NHM)

Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)

African American Firefighter Museum Fire Station #30

Japanese American National Museum (JANM)

El Pueblo de Los Angeles

Founded by philanthropists Eli and Edythe Broad opened in 2015, the museum is home to the 2,000 works of art in the Broad collection, which is among the most prominent holdings of postwar and contemporary art worldwide, launching an active program of rotating temporary exhibitions and innovative audience engagement, welcoming 180,000 visitors to date. 221 S. Grand Ave. LA, CA 90012.

Established in 1979, MOCA is an artist-founded museum dedicated to collecting and exhibiting contemporary art. With one of the most compelling collections of contemporary art in the world, comprising roughly 7000 objects, created after 1940, preserving the works for future generations. 250 South Grand Ave LA, CA 90012.

The Japanese American National Museum is the first and largest museum in the United States dedicated to sharing the experience of Japanese American ancestry. The JANM showcases the amazing works of famed and contemporary Japanese artists, historical exhibitions, and host cultural events. 100 N Central Ave, LA, CA 90012.

You want to go back? You can go all the way back to Prehistoric Pangaea at the National History Museum. With over 300 real fossils, 20 complete dinosaurs and ancient sea creatures that may or may not still exist beneath the deep, the Age of the Dinosaur is brought into existence as well as the extraordinary journey of prehistoric man. 900 Exposition Blvd, LA, CA 90007.

AAFM is DTLA saying “thanks” for the first 100 years of service by African American Firefighters from 1897 to 1997. Valued testimony from actual Firefighters of yesteryear, like Sam Haskins, who was listed as the first Los Angeles Fireman of African decent in 1892, was also killed while responding to a fire in 1895. 1401 S Central Ave, LA, CA 90021. The origin of LA, founded by 11 African American Spanish speaking families, (pobladores) accompanied by the Spanish military and Catholic church in 1787. Since it has become DTLA’s favorite Mexican marketplace, and cultural gathering center hosting Olvera Street, Pico House, first churches and other historic sites. 125 Paseo De La Plaza, LA, CA 90012.

CALIFORNIA AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY MUSEUM

Italian American Museum of Los Angeles

Chinese American Museum Symbolically housed in the oldest and last surviving structure of LA, the Garnier Building, once known as the unofficial “city hall” built in 1890, CAM holds the last missing pieces of DTLA’s original Chinatown. After restoration on December 18, 2003, CAM opened, linking the past to a future for Chinese Americans spanning over 150 years. 425 N Los Angeles St, LA, CA 90012.

Southwest Museum of the American Indian

Korean American Museum (KAM)

Animal Museum (NMAS)

Sports Museum

Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)

Designed by African American architects, Jack Haywood and the late Vince Proby, the CAAM was opened to the public during the Olympic Games of July 1984, housing artifacts that “allow us to trace the African American experience from the western shores of Africa to the fields of the South,” and later migrations. 600 State Dr. Exposition Park. LA, CA 90037.

Located just a few miles west of the epicenter of DTLA, KAM interprets and preserves the history, culture, and achievements of Korean Americans dating back to the 1880s, examining and discussing current issues, and exploring innovative ways to communicate the Korean American experience fostering the advancement of Korean American culture. 3727 W 6th St #519, LA, CA 90020. The Sports Museum features rare items and exhibits from every sport but focuses mainly on baseball, beginning with its humble origins over 145 years ago. It includes old bats, gloves, uniform, balls and equipment and is home to the most complete collection of baseball technology in the world. 1900 S Main St, LA CA 90015.

Museum of Los Angeles is to foster understanding of Southern California’s diverse heritage through research, historic preservation, exhibitions and educational programs that examine the history and contributions of Italian Americans and Italians in Los Angeles and the United States. 644 North Main St, LA, CA 90012.

Located in the Mt. Washington area of Los Angeles, just a few miles north of Downtown, this collection deals mainly with Native Americans, including exhibits dedicated to the American Indians of the Great Plains, California, and the Northwest Coast. 234 Museum Drive, LA, CA 90065.

Located inside a 3-story brick warehouse built in 1909, NMAS aka the Animal Museum is the first museum of its kind dedicated to enriching the lives of animals and people through exploration of our shared experience, promoting respect for life and compassionate ethics in advancing healthy, meaningful interconnections with the animal world. 421 Colyton St. LA, CA 90013.

Since its inception in 1965, LACMA has been devoted to collecting works of art that span both history and geography. LACMA is the largest art museum in the western US, with a collection that includes nearly 130,000 objects dating from antiquity to the present. 5905 Wilshire Blvd, LA, CA 90036.

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