Northeast Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Valley Knudsen Garden Residence
Heritage Square
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
1. Valley Knudsen Garden Residence Marker
A 19th Century Mansard Style "Petite Chateau" - A gracious reminder of French influence in Los Angeles.
Declared Historic Cultural Monument No. 65 by the Cultural Heritage Board, Municipal Art Department, City of Los Angeles.
Erected 1970 by City of Los Angeles. (Marker Number 65.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument, and the Native Sons/Daughters of the Golden West series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1877.
Location. 34° 5.286′ N, 118° 12.49′ W. Marker is in Los Angeles, California, in Los Angeles County. It is in Northeast Los Angeles. Marker can be reached from Homer Street, half a mile south of Avenue 43. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3800 Homer St, Los Angeles CA 90031, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Hale House (a few steps from this marker); Lummis Home (approx. 0.4 miles away); Florence Nightingale Junior High School (approx. 0.6 miles away); Wachtel Studio-Home (approx. 0.6 miles away); Ziegler Estate (approx. ¾ mile away); Huron Substation (approx. 0.8 miles away);
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More about this marker. The house and marker are located in Heritage Square, open Fri-Sun 11:30-4:30.
Regarding Valley Knudsen Garden Residence. Heritage Square has eight historic buildings from the late 1800’s, including five homes, a carriage barn, a church, and a railroad depot. All were relocated to this location. Two have historical markers.
Also see . . . Heritage Square. History and features of each building, and information about tours, hours, admission, etc. (Submitted on May 9, 2018.)
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
2. Valley Knudsen Garden Residence
Marker is to the right of the door.
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
3. Heritage Square Marker
A haven for Victorian structures preserved for the enjoyment of future generations. Established in 1969 by the Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Board.
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
4. Heritage Square Marker
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
5. Entrance to Heritage Square
The Palms Railroad Station
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
6. Ford House
Built in 1885, Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 108, designated in 1973.
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
7. Perry Mansion
Built in 1876, Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 98, designated in 1972.
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 4, 2018
8. Colonial Drug interior
Photographed By Craig Baker, July 14, 2021
9. Historic Residence Located Nearby
3537 Griffin Ave, built circa 1886, Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 145.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 26, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 9, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 473 times since then and 48 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6. submitted on May 9, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 7, 8. submitted on May 21, 2018, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. 9. submitted on August 5, 2021, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. • Syd Whittle was the editor who published this page.
