Lummis Home-El Alisal
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4.7 (231)A rustic stone house hand-built by writer Charles Lummis from river rock, set amid native gardens in Highland Park.
Description
Constructed between 1898 and 1910, El Alisal was built by Los Angeles Times editor, preservationist, and Southwest Museum founder Charles F. Lummis. Set in the Arroyo Seco, the residence reflects Arts and Crafts ideals, incorporating telegraph poles and rustic timber alongside masonry. Inside, the preserved landmark offers a look into early California literary and cultural history alongside displays of historic Southwestern artifacts.
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