US Post Office--Hollywood Station
historic place
The US Post Office—Hollywood Station, located at 1615 Wilcox Avenue in Los Angeles, California, holds historical significance. This building, completed in 1937, emerged from President Roosevelt's New Deal program during the Great Depression. Architects Claud Beelman and the firm Allison and Allison designed it, showcasing a "starved classical" style with distinct Art Deco elements. Inside, a notable wooden bas-relief, 'The Horseman,' created by artists Gordon Newell and Sherry Peticolas as a Treasury Relief Art Project, is on display. The Hollywood Station Post Office was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places on January 11, 1985. This site stands as a tangible example of federal architecture from its period, reflecting its enduring service and connection to Hollywood's community.