Little Armenia, Los Angeles facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Little Armenia
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Little Armenia neighborhood sign
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 Little Armenia
Location in Los Angeles
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| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Los Angeles |
| City | Los Angeles |
| Time zone | UTC-8 (PST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) |
Little Armenia (Armenian: Փոքր Հայաստան, romanized: P’vok’r Hayastan) is a special neighborhood in Central Los Angeles, California. It got its name because many Armenian people settled here. They came to Los Angeles in the early 1900s, often after facing very difficult times in their homeland.
This area is easy to get around thanks to the Metro B Line subway. You can find stations like Hollywood/Western, Vermont/Sunset, and Vermont/Santa Monica nearby.
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History of Little Armenia
How the Neighborhood Was Named
On October 6, 2000, the Los Angeles City Council officially named a part of East Hollywood as "Little Armenia." This was done to celebrate the large number of Armenian people living and working in Los Angeles. It showed how important their community had become.
Armenian Genocide Memorial Square
On April 24, 2015, a special place was named Armenian Genocide Memorial Square. This square is located at the corner of Hollywood Boulevard and Western Avenue. It was created to remember the 100th anniversary of the Armenian genocide. This terrible event saw many Armenians lose their lives or homes. Los Angeles City Council members Mitch O'Farrell and Paul Krekorian suggested this idea, and the Los Angeles City Council approved it on March 18, 2015.
Where is Little Armenia?
The City Council officially described the boundaries of Little Armenia.
- To the north, it's bordered by Hollywood Boulevard, between the 101 Freeway and Vermont Avenue.
- To the east, it's bordered by Vermont Avenue, from Hollywood Boulevard to Santa Monica Boulevard.
- To the south, it's bordered by Santa Monica Boulevard, between Vermont Avenue and U.S. Route 101.
- To the west, it's bordered by Route 101, from Santa Monica Boulevard to Hollywood Boulevard.
Right next to Little Armenia, to its north, is another interesting neighborhood called Thai Town.
Community Events
Every year on April 24, Armenian people gather in Little Armenia. They observe Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day. This day is a time to remember the past and honor those who suffered. Similar events also happen in other California cities like Montebello, Glendale, and Beverly Hills.
Getting Around Little Armenia
Little Armenia is well-connected by public transportation. The Metro B Line subway runs through the area. It travels north and south along Vermont Avenue and east and west along Hollywood Boulevard.
You can find these Metro subway stations in or near the neighborhood:
- Vermont/Santa Monica
- Vermont/Sunset
- Hollywood/Western
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation also provides bus services throughout the neighborhood, making it easy to travel.
Parks and Fun Places
Little Armenia has some great parks and places to visit:
- Barnsdall Art Park is located at 4800 Hollywood Boulevard. This park is home to the famous Hollyhock House, which was designed by the architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The park also has an arts center run by the city, built a long time ago between 1919 and 1921.
Schools in the Area
Public schools in Little Armenia are managed by the LAUSD (Los Angeles Unified School District).
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Famous Spots in Little Armenia
Here are some notable places you can find within Little Armenia:
- Armenian Genocide Memorial Square: This important square is at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Western Avenue.
- The Church of Scientology Los Angeles headquarters: This large building is on Sunset Boulevard.
- Hollyhock House: A historic and beautiful house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, located in Barnsdall Art Park.
- Hollywood & Western Building: A well-known building in the area.
- Zankou Chicken: The very first restaurant of this popular chain in the U.S.A. started right here.
See also
In Spanish: Little Armenia para niños
