First Church of Christ, Long Beach

#25 among attractions in Long Beach

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The former First Church of Christ, Scientist is a historic Christian Science church building located at 440 Elm Avenue, Long Beach, California, United States. Built in 1913, it was designed in the Classical Revival-style of architecture by noted Los Angeles architect Elmer Grey. ()

Coordinates: 33°46'21"N, 118°11'13"W

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First Church of Christ – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, Museum of Latin American Art, Queensway Twin Bridges.

0.9 miSW
Sea-life exhibits in a waterfront space
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
24 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant coastal city of Long Beach, California, the Aquarium of the Pacific is a marine wonderland that offers a deep dive into the mysteries of the ocean. As a leading aquarium dedicated to the Pacific Ocean's diverse ecosystems, it provides an...
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center, Long Beach
15 min walk • The Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center is a convention center located in Long Beach, California. Built on the former site of the Long Beach Municipal Auditorium, the venue is composed of the Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach Arena, and the Long Beach Performing Arts Center.
0.4 miE
Museum, Art museum
Museum of Latin American Art, Long Beach
11 min walk • The Museum of Latin American Art was founded by Dr. Robert Gumbiner in 1996 in Long Beach, California, United States and serves the greater Los Angeles area. MOLAA is the only museum in the United States dedicated to modern and contemporary Latin American and Latino art.
1.1 miSW
Bridge
Queensway Twin Bridges, Long Beach
29 min walk • The Queensway Twin Bridges connect downtown Long Beach with the outer Port of Long Beach. They are the southernmost crossing of the Los Angeles River, near the mouth of the river, where it empties into Queensway Bay, and they are the primary arterial link between Long Beach and RMS Queen Mary.
0.4 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Terrace Theater, Long Beach
11 min walk • The Terrace Theater is a full theatrical and performance venue located in Long Beach, California. The theater seats 3,051 patrons at its maximum configuration in Orchestra, Loge, and Balcony sections.
~1970 ftW
Neighbourhood
Downtown Long Beach, Long Beach
10 min walk • Downtown Long Beach is the heart of Long Beach, California, United States, and is the location for most of the city's major tourist attractions and municipal services. It is also the location for numerous businesses. There are many hotels and restaurants in the area that serve locals, tourists, and convention visitors.
0.5 miW
Church, Romanesque architecture
First Congregational Church, Long Beach
13 min walk • First Congregational Church is a church of the United Church of Christ located in downtown Long Beach, California. The church occupies a historic red brick structure that was built in 1914.
~1350 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Luke's Episcopal Church, Long Beach
7 min walk • St Luke's is a parish of the Episcopal Church in downtown Long Beach, California. A member of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, St Luke's has a historic reputation for upholding progressive social ideals and serving the community. The Church is a registered historic building on the corner of 7th Street and Atlantic Avenue.
0.5 miSE
Gothic Revival architecture, Skyscraper
Villa Riviera, Long Beach
13 min walk • Villa Riviera is a registered historic building on Ocean Boulevard in the Alamitos Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, California, United States. From the time of its completion in 1929 through the mid-1950s, it was the second-tallest building, and the tallest private building, in Southern California.
0.5 miSW
Beach
Grand Prix of Long Beach, Long Beach
14 min walk • The Grand Prix of Long Beach is an IndyCar Series race held on a street circuit in downtown Long Beach, California. Christopher Pook is the founder of the event.
0.5 miW
Church
Second Church of Christ, Long Beach
13 min walk • The former Second Church of Christ, Scientist, located at 655 Cedar Avenue, in Long Beach, California, is an historic structure that on April 1, 2005, was added to the National Register of Historic Places. It is now the Second Samoan Church.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to First Church of Christ?

Nearby attractions include Koo's Art Center, Long Beach (6 min walk), St Luke's Episcopal Church, Long Beach (7 min walk), Scottish Rite Cathedral, Long Beach (10 min walk), Promenade Square Long Beach, Long Beach (10 min walk).

How to get to First Church of Christ by public transport?

The nearest stations to First Church of Christ:

Light rail

5th Street • Lines: A (4 min walk)
1st Street • Lines: A (8 min walk)

Bus

FlyAway Bus Shelter A (9 min walk)