27th Street Historic District

The 27th Street Historic District is a collection of Victorian houses built in the late 1800s and early 1900s in South Los Angeles. The buildings are arranged along several street blocks in a residential pattern typical of early urban neighborhoods.

The houses were built between 1895 and 1915 during Los Angeles early urban growth period. The district gained recognition on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009 to protect its architectural heritage.

The street became a gathering place where African American residents built community institutions and businesses during the mid-20th century. Families found employment and social connection in the neighborhood's shops, churches, and gathering spaces.

The district is best explored on foot and remains open to visitors at all times without restrictions. The buildings are located along just a few consecutive street blocks, making it easy to see the collection in a short walk.

The neighborhood includes the 28th Street YMCA, a building designed by renowned architect Paul R. Williams and completed in 1926. This facility became an important meeting place for the African American community during the segregation era.