History, Los Angeles County

Whilin' away the holiday weekend? Here's some fun, nostalgic pictures to pass the time. Technically, Disneyland is not in Los Ang...

Who remembers Sea Hunt ? I was surprised to learn it only ran for four seasons (1958-1961) because it seemed such a big part of my childho...

These pictures were taken at the Armed Forces Day Parade in Torrance last week. The parade has been going on for 56 years now; it started ...

Mid century geometric mosaics on an apartment house on 25th Street, just east of where it turns into Palos Verdes Drive South.

Did you know there were sort of secret days on which visitors dress up to go to the Magic Kingdom? Some really epitomize the term "dres...

If you hear "Giannini", you might think of Bank of America--especially if you're into corporate histories, because A. P. Giann...

Old and new on Abbott Kinney in Venice On April 28, go see a lecture and slide show about Pacific Ocean Park--remember that wild place?...

Angelenos, Vickey Kall is here to help you celebrate spring! Easter and picnics express the season so well, and Easter means churches, rig...

Long time no see! I don't want to abandon this blog about Los Angeles history, because I still love the topic. I know that others find ...

Here are a few stories on Los Angeles history to entertain you while the turkey is roasting: A collection of how LA neighborhoods got t...