Edward Roybal House
historic place
The Edward Roybal House, located at 628 South Evergreen Avenue in Los Angeles, is a designated historic place. From 1949 to 1963, it was home to Edward Roybal, a pivotal figure in Latino politics. While residing here, Roybal became the first Mexican American elected to the Los Angeles City Council since 1881. This house was a hub for community organizing and grassroots activism. This work led to his election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1962. The exact year the house was built and its historical marker text are not provided. The Edward Roybal House is historically important for its role in advancing civil rights and political representation in Los Angeles.