First Congregational Church of Los Angeles, Los Angeles

Name: First Congregational Church of Los Angeles
Address: 540 S Commonwealth Ave, Los Angeles, 90020-1204, United States
Telephone: +1 213-385-1341

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First Congregational Church of Los Angeles

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First Congregational Church of Los Angeles is located at 540 South Commonwealth Avenue, Los Angeles, California, United States. It is a member of the United Church of Christ. Founded in 1867, the church is the city's oldest continuous Protestant congregation. The congregation moved around using a variety of buildings until it moved to its current location in 1932, with the first service being held on March 13, 1932. ()

Completed: 1932 (92 years ago)Coordinates: 34°3'52"N, 118°17'6"W

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540 S Commonwealth AveCentral Los Angeles (Rampart Village)Los Angeles 90020-1204 United States

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+1 213-385-1341

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Which popular attractions are close to First Congregational Church of Los Angeles?

Nearby attractions include Precious Blood Catholic Church, Los Angeles (3 min walk), Lafayette Park, Los Angeles (4 min walk), Granada Shoppes and Studios, Los Angeles (8 min walk), Bryson Apartment Hotel, Los Angeles (8 min walk).

How to get to First Congregational Church of Los Angeles by public transport?

The nearest stations to First Congregational Church of Los Angeles:

Metro

Wilshire/Vermont • Lines: B, D (9 min walk)
Westlake/MacArthur Park • Lines: B, D (20 min walk)

Bus

Vermont & 6th • Lines: 204, Wilshire Center/Koreatown (10 min walk)
Vermont & 5th • Lines: Wilshire Center/Koreatown (10 min walk)