Posts Tagged ‘Historical Society’
AN AFTERNOON WITH NANCY OLSON
At the young age of 22 actress Nancy Olson had the great fortune of being cast in the ingenue role in a film starring William Holden, Gloria Swanson and Erich Von Stroheim. That motion picture was the epic Sunset Boulevard. For this picture she was nominated for an Academy Award. The film Sunset Boulevard has always been…
Read More667 So. June Street, Hancock Park
The property on which this magnificent home sits was originally owned by Mr. G. Allan Hancock. The parcel was sold by Hancock in 1924 to Mr. Thomas H Birchall. Birchall applied for building permits in 1927. His address on the permits was 4429 Victoria Park Drive, Los Angeles. Upon completion in 1929, he sold it…
Read MoreANNUAL TEA
Annual Tea. Please Join us for the Windsor Square Hancock Park Annual Tea at the Wilshire Country Club. Tickets: Member $75, Non-Members $85 This event is SOLD OUT You are cordially invited to attendTHE WINDSOR SQUARE HANCOCK PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETYANNUAL TEA Sunday, February 26th, 20231pm – 4pmWilshire Country Club301 North Rossmore Special GuestCouncilwoman Katy Young…
Read More2022 WSHPHS Annual Meeting & Barbecue
Please join us at the historical Gilmore Adobe on Sunday, July 31st, from 1:00 to 5:00 for our Annual Meeting and barbecue. The Gilmore Adobe was built in 1852 and is located in that mysterious space at The Grove hidden behind tall walls, beautiful gardens, and colorful peacocks. Wedged between Maggiano’s, the former home of…
Read MoreAn Afternoon with Costume Designer Daniel Orlandi
May 22nd, 12-3pm. Daniel Orlandi is an American costume designer whose work can be seen in a wide variety of films such as: Saving Mr. Banks, The Blind Side, Trumbo, Cinderella Man, Angels and Demons, The Davinci Code, The Normal Heart, Down with Love, etc. He has been nominated for several costume awards including a…
Read MoreA Garden Tour
LOVE GARDENS?The Windsor Square Hancock Park Historical Society is showcasing 5 beautiful local gardens. Enjoy Music, Plant Sale & Raffle ItemsDocents available at each garden. Refreshments will be served. JUNE 5, 1-5pmTour begins at 166 S. Plymouth Members $40Non-Members $50Organization Partner $40 Tickets may be purchased on-site on the day of the garden tour only…
Read MoreHAPPY HOUR IN HISTORIC RESTAURANTS AND BARS: FIRESTONE TIRE STORE/ALL SEASONS BREWING
On Tuesday evening, March 29 at 5:00pm we will have our first Historical Society Happy Hour of the year. We intend on doing these meetings for happiness at least quarterly going forward. This one upcoming will be held at the former Firestone Tire shop, 800 S. La Brea Avenue now repurposed into All Season Brewing.…
Read More449 No. McCadden Place, Hancock Park
Mr. Maurice I. Alfred was among the first to build a home on the block. He purchased and built this beautifully tranquil home in 1925. Unfortunately, research has not revealed an architect for this house. The building contractor, M. Burghbacher (of 393 W. 42nd Street), was credited for building the Vermont Square Methodist Church in…
Read More528 So. Plymouth Boulevard, Windsor Square
This house was built in 1926 for Lee Mantle. David F. Picker served as both the architect and contractor. The building permit states an estimated construction value of $20,000 for the 11-room residence. Unfortunately, not much is known about Mr. Picker or his client. However, research indicates that in 1926, Mr. Mantle purchased the land…
Read More420 No. McCadden Place, Hancock Park
The property was purchased in 1925 by John W. Sullivan, who possibly held it as an investment until 1927. The 1925 county tax records indicated the value of the land (for tax purposes) at $1,880 when purchased; then, valued it at $4,080 when Sullivan sold it. It was not uncommon for investors to purchase property…
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