Echo Park in Los Angeles in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Angelus Temple
Photographed by Craig Baker, July 11, 2018
1. Angelus Temple Marker
Angelus Temple, founding church of International Church of the Foursquare Gospel, has been designated a National Historic Landmark. This building possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America.
Erected 1992 by National Park Service - United States Department of the Interior.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list.
Location. 34° 4.58′ N, 118° 15.666′ W. Marker is in Los Angeles, California, in Los Angeles County. It is in Echo Park. It is at the intersection of Glendale Boulevard and Park Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Glendale Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1100 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90026, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in California’s Transverse Ranges. It is also on the American Pacific Coast. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain and also Mexicos Alta California.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Josι Martν Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); Aimee Semple McPherson (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Taix French Restaurant (about 600 feet away); Lady of the Lake Statue (about 700 feet away); Echo Park Lake (about
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More about this marker. As of 2024 the bronze plaque was missing.
Regarding Angelus Temple. Aimee Semple McPherson (1890-1944) founded the International Church of the Foursquare Gospel and was a well-known figure in Los Angeles. After her founding of the Angelus Temple in 1923, the population of the Echo Park neighborhood greatly increased as thousands of faithful followers came together to be closer to "Sister Aimee" as she preached.
Photographed by Craig Baker, July 11, 2018
2. Angelus Temple
Church of the Four Square Gospel. Aimee Semple McPherson, founder.
Photographed by Craig Baker, July 11, 2018
3. Angelus Temple and Markers
Credits. This page was last revised on December 27, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 6, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 468 times since then and 53 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on April 6, 2023, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
