Ralph J. Bunche House
Ralph J. Bunche House, Victorian house in South Los Angeles, United States.
The Ralph J. Bunche House features traditional Victorian architecture with modified bay windows, wooden floors, and spacious common areas at 1221 E. 40th Place.
The 1900s residence became the childhood home of Ralph Bunche in 1918, who later earned recognition as the first person of color to receive a Nobel Peace Prize.
The property transformed into the Ralph Bunche Peace and Heritage Center, displaying photographs and artifacts that document the life achievements of the Nobel laureate.
The building underwent complete restoration between 2002 and 2004, receiving the Los Angeles Conservancy preservation award for its architectural rehabilitation and community impact.
The residence sits near Jefferson High School, where Bunche earned valedictorian honors before achieving the same distinction at UCLA and becoming a diplomatic leader.
Location: California
Architectural style: Victorian architecture
GPS coordinates: 34.01028,-118.25250
Latest update: September 23, 2025 14:24
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