10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Los Angeles
There are many little-known facts about LA that often get lost amid all of the hoopla. Here are 10.
article / September 2012 (61)
The Best of LA in One Day
Hundreds of guidebooks and websites tell Los Angeles travelers the best places to visit, but for someone with just one day for an only-in-LA experience, here are some tips from locals when it comes to recreation, shopping, food and other activities.
Metro Public Art in Los Angeles: Art of the Purple Line
Los Angeles Metro’s public art showcases the city’s roots, providing visitors with an easy way to learn about various aspects of LA’s personality. Movies, culture, myth and architecture all appear in the public art works of LA Metro’s Purple Line, which runs from Union Station to Wilshire and Western. Take some time to explore, and see how public art in LA adds another dimension to the city’s art scene.
Exploring the Legendary Sunset Strip
The Sunset Strip, a stretch of Sunset Boulevard between Crescent Heights Boulevard and Doheny Drive, is one of LA’s most iconic neighborhoods. It was the setting for counterculture protests in the 1960s, rock and roll decadence in the ‘70s and ‘80s, and it exists today as a showcase for the good life, providing elegant hotel rooms, live music venues and fine restaurants.
Must-See Galleries at the Downtown LA Art Walk
Every second Thursday of the month from noon – 9 p.m., art lovers gather for the Downtown Art Walk. Join in on the fun by taking a free self-guided tour of the area's hottest galleries, ranging from commercial art to nonprofit venues.
Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives at the Ronald Reagan Library
The largest-ever exhibition of Walt Disney props, costumes and artwork is now open through April 2013 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library & Museum in Simi Valley.
Legendary Comedy Performances in LA
As the entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles has a long history of hosting legendary performances from some of the all-time comedy greats.
Landmark Art Museums on LA's Westside
Journey to the famous museums of LA's Westside — some grand in scale and reputation; others intimate spaces with small, yet robust collections.
Art Masterpieces in Pasadena
LA is chock-full of world-class art museums, and art lovers will find it well worth their time to spend a day discovering the numerous artistic treasures of Pasadena. Here's a step-by-step guide to the famous works of art that can be found in the town's museums.
Browse LA's World Class Libraries
Los Angeles libraries are among the most renowned in the country, featuring incredibly rare editions, important historical archives, and unique collections found nowhere else. Browse these listings and begin your literary journey through some of LA’s best libraries.