Bob Baker Marionette Theater, Los Angeles

Name: Bob Baker Marionette Theater
Address: 1345 W 1st St, Los Angeles, 90026-5804, United States
Telephone: +1 213-250-9995

#237 among attractions in Los Angeles

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Facts and practical information

The Bob Baker Marionette Theater, founded by Bob Baker and Alton Wood in 1963, is the oldest children's theater company in Los Angeles. In June 2009, the theater was designated as a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument. In early 2019, the theater moved to a new permanent home at 4949 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042. ()

Built: 1953 (71 years ago)Coordinates: 34°3'43"N, 118°15'32"W

Address

1345 W 1st StCentral Los Angeles (Greater Echo Park Elysian)Los Angeles 90026-5804 United States

Contact

+1 213-250-9995

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Bob Baker Marionette Theater – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Walt Disney Concert Hall, Museum of Contemporary Art, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, The Broad.

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Mark Taper Forum, Los Angeles
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Bob Baker Marionette Theater open?

Bob Baker Marionette Theater is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9 am - 2 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 2 pm
Thursday 9 am - 2 pm
Friday 9 am - 2 pm
Saturday 12 pm - 4 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Bob Baker Marionette Theater?

Nearby attractions include Vista Hermosa Natural Park, Los Angeles (4 min walk), Pehrspace, Los Angeles (9 min walk), Carroll Avenue, Los Angeles (15 min walk), Four Level Interchange, Los Angeles (15 min walk).

How to get to Bob Baker Marionette Theater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bob Baker Marionette Theater:

Bus

Temple & Douglas • Lines: 10 (10 min walk)

Metro

Civic Center/Grand Park • Lines: B, D (23 min walk)
7th Street/Metro Center • Lines: B, D (24 min walk)

Light rail

7th Street/Metro Center • Lines: A, E (24 min walk)