Los Angeles Stock Exchange Building, Financial landmark in Spring Street Historic District, Los Angeles, United States.
Description
The Los Angeles Stock Exchange Building is a financial structure in the Spring Street Historic District featuring a Classical Moderne granite facade. Massive fluted pilasters rise prominently along the exterior, defining the streetscape of this historic area.
History
The building opened in 1931 during the Great Depression and served as the largest regional stock exchange west of the Mississippi River. It held this financial importance until 1986, when economic changes reduced its trading operations.
Culture
Bronze reliefs on the facade depict themes of finance, research, and production, created by artist Salvatore Cartaino Scarpitta. These artworks remain visible to anyone walking past the building today.
Practical
The building now functions as ExchangeLA, an event space open to the public following its renovation in 2010. Visitors can view the historic exterior anytime or check what events are happening inside at any given time.
Did you know?
The building contains what are considered among the largest bronze entrance doors ever manufactured in this region during that era. These massive doors remain a remarkable architectural detail that catches the eye of observant visitors.
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