Victorian L.A. ...

YES, it did exist! A Victorian Los Angeles, in the 19th Century. To see some of this beautiful, intricate, historical past that is still with us today, visit the nearby Grier Musser Museum at 403 S. Bonnie Brae Street (near 3rd St). This restored Victorian home gives tours, reservations are required. Go to their website at griermussermuseum.org for more info.

Afterwards, you should take a quick hop over to Angelino Heights, near Echo Park, and take a stroll down the 1300 block of Carroll Avenue to view all of the stunning Victorian homes from L.A.'s first suburb. This dazzling array of Victorian gems have been lovingly restored by their current and previous owners. Visit on the web, preservation.lacity.org and tap into Angelino Heights for more info on this delightful, old neighborhood from the 19th Century.

GO! Take a stroll down Memory Lane and visit L.A.'s grand past.