California Club, The
historic place
The California Club, a historic place in Los Angeles County, was officially incorporated on December 24, 1888. Its current seven-story clubhouse, located on South Flower Street, was completed on August 25, 1930. Designed by Robert D. Farquhar, the building features the Italian Renaissance Revival architectural style. This structure was designated a Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument on November 2, 1966. It was also added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places on July 6, 2010. Historically, the California Club maintained exclusive membership. It did not admit women or African Americans until the 1980s. In June 1987, members voted to allow women, reflecting evolving community standards. The California Club represents a notable institution in Los Angeles, illustrating the city's social history.