Simon Rodia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sabato Rodia
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| Born | February 12, 1879 Serino, Avellino, Italy
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| Died | July 17, 1965 (aged 86) Martinez, California, U.S.
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| Other names | Simon Rodia, Sam Rodia, Simon Rodilla, Sam Rodilla, Simon Radilla, Sam Radilla, Sabatino Rodia, Don Simon |
| Known for | Watts Towers |
Sabato "Simon" Rodia (1879–1965) was an Italian immigrant who lived in the United States in the district of Los Angeles, California, called Watts. Starting in 1921 and until 1954, he built the Watts Towers, from junk and things he found. Many people made fun of him and tried to vandalize (damage) the "towers". He did not like people making fun of him. In 1955 he moved away from Watts and never returned. The "towers" remained, and the site where he built them is now a national landmark.
Trivia
- Rodia is one of the famous people seen on the cover of The Beatles' Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band album.
Images for kids
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Doorway detail
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Wall detail, with mosaic
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An explanation of how the Watts Towers are maintained
See also
In Spanish: Watts Towers para niños
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