Hellman Building

Old picture of the Hellman Building in Downtown Los Angeles.
The Hellman Building in 2008.

The Hellman Building is a historic building in Downtown Los Angeles. [1]

Location

It is located on the corner of Fourth Street and Spring Street, in the Old Bank District.[2][3]

History

It was built in 1903 for Herman W. Hellman, a German-born American Jewish businessman and banker.[2] It was designed by architect Alfred Rosenheim.[2][3]

It took the place of a house originally built by Hellman. It was a small wooden cottage, designed by Kysor & Mathews in 1875.[4]

References

  1. ↑ Miranda, Carolina A. (June 30, 2016). "New Main Museum in downtown Los Angeles reveals 'Beta' plans — and focus on art in L.A." Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 4 July 2016.
  2. 1 2 3 Sam Watters, Hellman buildings were inspired by national spirit, The Los Angeles Times, December 26, 2009
  3. 1 2 Old Bank District: Hellman Building
  4. ↑ Los Angeles Herald 25 June 1875.

Coordinates: 34°02′56″N 118°14′52″W / 34.048837°N 118.247867°W / 34.048837; -118.247867

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