“The Times” proclaims the majestic Art Deco façade. This isn’t just a building. It’s a legacy. The Los Angeles Times Building before you stands as a testament to the city’s growth and the power of the press.
This isn’t the first Los Angeles Times Building. Oh no. There have been four others. The original building opened in 1881. Sadly it was destroyed in the infamous 1910 bombing. Twenty-one people perished. The event shocked the city. It also strengthened the newspaper’s resolve. A new building rose from the ashes. It stood until 1934.
Then came this architectural masterpiece. Gordon B Kaufmann designed it. He envisioned a structure worthy of a city on the rise. The building is more than just office space. It has an auditorium. It even had its own power plant. Think about that. A self-sufficient newspaper!
The interior was equally impressive. The Globe Lobby was stunning. A massive aluminum globe spun in the center. Ten-foot-high murals depicted Los Angeles’ history. These artworks brought the city’s story to life. The building showcased the paper’s commitment to its city and the news.
The building was expanded over the years. Rowland H Crawford added a ten-story tower in 1948. Then William Pereira added a six-story modernist wing in 1973. Times Mirror Square became a complex. It housed the newspaper for decades.
But times change. In 2018 the Los Angeles Times moved to a new location. It left behind this iconic building. The move ended a long chapter in the newspaper’s history and the city’s life. It also left behind a stunning landmark. A symbol of a newspaper that shaped Los Angeles. Today this building remains a monument to the power of the press. It also stands as a reminder of Los Angeles’ dynamic past.