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Mapping the Impact: LA’s Landmarks and Institutions Affected by Recent Fires

 

Fire Damages Historic Landmarks and Institutions in LA: View Maps


The devastating wildfires raging near Los Angeles have impacted numerous historic and culturally important sites along with local institutions. According to the Los Angeles Times, 32 properties identified as historic by the Los Angeles Conservancy have been lost. Over 1,000 properties are listed in Los Angeles’ Historic-Cultural Monuments registry, with hundreds more noted in the federal National Register of Historic Places.

 

Below is a preliminary list of significant sites that have been reported as damaged or destroyed due to the Palisades and Eaton fires:

 

Landmarks Lost in the Palisades Fire

The Palisades Fire, which stretches between Malibu and Santa Monica, has obliterated more than 1,200 commercial and residential buildings, as assessed by Cal Fire. An additional 200 homes, businesses, and other structures have suffered damage. As of Tuesday, the fire was reported to be 17% contained. Here are some of the landmarks affected by the fires:

Palisades Charter High School and Palisades Charter Elementary School

Palisades Charter High School, which appeared in several well-known films like “Teen Wolf,” “Carrie,” and the 2003 version of “Freaky Friday,” has been reported as damaged by fire, based on information from various local news sources.

 

Malibu Feed Bin

The landmark pet supply store Malibu Feed Bin, recognized for its retro 1970s style along the Pacific Coast Highway, has been destroyed, as announced on its Facebook page.

Theatre Palisades

Theatre Palisades, a community theater established in 1963 by a group of television writers, experienced “significant damage,” according to its website, and has had to pause all activities until further updates.

Will Rogers State Park and Topanga State Park

These two well-known state parks were caught in the fire’s path. At Will Rogers State Historic Park, famed for the expansive ranch of the beloved movie cowboy with views of the Pacific, both the ranch house and other historic structures were lost, according to a news release from California State Parks.

 

Landmarks Lost in the Eaton Fire

The Eaton Fire, located 28 miles inland, has destroyed more than 1,400 structures, which includes homes, businesses, and schools. An additional 212 buildings have suffered damage in Altadena, near Pasadena, based on Cal Fire reports. As of Tuesday, the fire was noted to be 35% contained, and there have been at least 16 reported fatalities.

 

Here are some landmarks that were affected by the fires:

Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center

In a message on its website, the Pasadena Jewish Temple and Center communicated to its members that their buildings were lost to the fire. “We are heartbroken to announce that PJTC’s buildings were engulfed in flames last night,” the post stated, referencing local news reports.

The Bunny Museum

The Bunny Museum in Altadena, a unique museum focused on rabbit-themed art and artifacts for 27 years, was completely destroyed. The co-founders have expressed their commitment to rebuilding the museum.

Andrew McNally House

Listed in the National Register of Historic Places since 2007, this Queen Anne-style mansion was named after Andrew McNally, one of the co-founders and president of Rand McNally Publishing. The residence was burned on January 8.

Zane Grey Estate

The estate of Zane Grey, the famous Western author, was completely destroyed. This property was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2002.

 

Current Closures of LA Landmarks

While Griffith Park, the Griffith Observatory, and the Hollywood sign are not threatened by the fires, they are currently closed to visitors. This closure will extend through Wednesday.

The Getty Villa, situated along the Pacific Coast Highway and housing Greek and Roman art and antiquities within a re-created Roman estate, has remained protected from the fires. The villa announced it will stay closed until Thursday, as noted on its website.

 

CONTRIBUTIONS BY: Phaedra Trethan, Dinah Voyles Pulver, Gabrielle Banks, and Shawn J Sullivan