ABOUT BHCP:
In the heart of Boyle Heights, a passionate group rallied in the face of adversity, united by the looming demolition of the iconic Roosevelt High School, which had stood proudly since 1923.
Driven by a shared mission to uphold the vibrant cultural heritage that defined their beloved community, these determined advocates formed Boyle Heights Community Partners and Historical Society. With unwavering dedication to education, community, and historic preservation, they ignited a movement to breathe life into Boyle Heights' history and essence.
Through perseverance and vigorous advocacy, the group successfully landmarked key historical sites, earning official recognition from the City of Los Angeles Office of Historic Resources. By incorporating captivating narratives of past residents and influential figures into a tailored program, Boyle Heights Community Partners instilled a deep sense of pride and ownership in the community.
Through community-centric events and immersive experiences celebrating forgotten heroes and landmarks fostered a cultural renaissance that drew people from diverse backgrounds to admire their shared history.
Boyle heights Community Partners' remarkable achievements stand as a testament to the transformative power of storytelling and to the unwavering commitment to preserving a community's cultural legacy, which continues to inspire and unite generations to come.
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Why historic preservation is so important:
- Preservation strengthens neighborhoods.
- Preserved residential and commercial spaces are an asset to every community.
- Preservation encourages local economic growth.
- Preservation conserves natural resources.
- Preserving historic buildings is crucial to retaining our heritage and history.
- It is environmentally and practically large-scale recycling, and reduces the need for new materials and other costs of demolition.
- Historic preservation will increase the value of your property, your home.
In the heart of Boyle Heights, a passionate group rallied in the face of adversity, united by the looming demolition of the iconic Roosevelt High School, which had stood proudly since 1923.
Driven by a shared mission to uphold the vibrant cultural heritage that defined their beloved community, these determined advocates formed Boyle Heights Community Partners and Historical Society. With unwavering dedication to education, community, and historic preservation, they ignited a movement to breathe life into Boyle Heights' history and essence.
Through perseverance and vigorous advocacy, the group successfully landmarked key historical sites, earning official recognition from the City of Los Angeles Office of Historic Resources. By incorporating captivating narratives of past residents and influential figures into a tailored program, Boyle Heights Community Partners instilled a deep sense of pride and ownership in the community.
Through community-centric events and immersive experiences celebrating forgotten heroes and landmarks fostered a cultural renaissance that drew people from diverse backgrounds to admire their shared history.
Boyle heights Community Partners' remarkable achievements stand as a testament to the transformative power of storytelling and to the unwavering commitment to preserving a community's cultural legacy, which continues to inspire and unite generations to come.
…
Why historic preservation is so important:
- Preservation strengthens neighborhoods.
- Preserved residential and commercial spaces are an asset to every community.
- Preservation encourages local economic growth.
- Preservation conserves natural resources.
- Preserving historic buildings is crucial to retaining our heritage and history.
- It is environmentally and practically large-scale recycling, and reduces the need for new materials and other costs of demolition.
- Historic preservation will increase the value of your property, your home.
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Our original Benjamin Franklin Library which demolished and replaced with less. -
Hollenbeck Park Lake.The devastating changed for what was once a beautiful park. -
Little Sisters of the Poor, another demoltion, and replace with a shopping mall -
Walden-Peabody Hous. Moved across the street and abandoned by it's owners.
Boyle Heights Community Partners is a California 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.