Wilshire Collection

Bullocks Wilshire, Los Angeles, CA
Vintage linen postcard showing a night view of Bullocks Art Deco style department store on Wilshire in Los Angeles

Water mill near Salisbury Victorian period

Messrs. Sargents Ltd, Proposed Building
An architectural sketch for the proposed building for Messrs. Sargents, Ltd, at Market Street, Sydney. Date: circa 1922

Picture shows a Royal Artillery exercise on Salisbury Plain, Wilshire. Picture taken 15th April 1937

Salisbury day nursery. A woman bathing a child, with other seated children watching. October 1942

General Douglas Mac Arthur Park Looking East, Los Angeles, California
Vintage postcard showing Wilshire Boulevard passing through Douglas Mac Arthur Park and into the city of Los Angeles. The lake in the park is clearly visible

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Cover design, Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, USA
Cover design, Wilshire Boulevard, through Westlake Park, Los Angeles, California, USA. Date: circa 1930s

Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA
Wilshire Boulevard, through Westlake Park, Los Angeles, California, USA. Date: 1930s

The Brown Derby, Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, USA
The first Brown Derby restaurant on its original site at 3427 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA. Date: circa 1935

Original Brown Derby Restaurant, Hollywood, USA
The Original Brown Derby Restaurant, Wilshire Boulevard, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA. Date: 20th century

Miracle Mile, Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, USA
Miracle Mile, Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California, USA. Date: 20th century

LOS ANGELES: MOVIE THEATER. The Wilshire movie theater in Los Angeles, 1925

Wiltshire, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) from John Speeds Theatre
XCF291067 Wiltshire, engraved by Jodocus Hondius (1563-1612) from John Speeds Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain, pub

Greetings From Los Angeles, California
Vintage souvenir postcard showing two scenes of Los Angeles; Wilshire Boulevard through General Douglas Mac Arthur Park, and The Civic Center from Hollywood Freeway Los Angeles, California

Original Brown Derby Restaurant, Los Angeles, California
Vintage postcard showing the exterior of the Brown Derby Restaurant located on Wilshire boulevard

Wilshire Boulevard Showing Bullocks Wilshire, Los Angeles, California
Vintage postcard showing the view down Wilshire Boulevard toward Bullocks department store. Vintage automobiles drive down the street and other buildings are also visible

Lafayette Park and Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
Vintage postcard showing Wilshire Boulevard as it travels through Lafayette Park and Los Angeles

On the Miracle Mile Wilshire boulevard, Los Angeles, California
Vintage postcard showing a view down Wilshire Boulevard. The Prudential Building is on the right and vintage automobiles are seen driving on the street

MIRACLE MILE
Miracle Mile Wilshire Boulevard, looking west from La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles ( L.A. ), California, U.S.A. Date: 1960s

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"Exploring the Rich History and Vibrant Present Boulevard, Los Angeles" Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles, California is not just a street; it's a treasure trove of history and culture. From its roots at Bullocks Wilshire to its iconic landmarks like The Brown Derby and Miracle Mile, this boulevard has witnessed the evolution of a city. Let's take a journey back in time to Victorian England where we find an enchanting water mill near Salisbury in Wiltshire. This picturesque location captures the essence of antiquity with its archival charm. Imagine cartographers meticulously mapping out Europe using compasses and creating coat-of-arms that symbolize the rich heritage of England. Fast forward to modern-day Los Angeles, where Wilshire Boulevard showcases its own unique character. Its cover design boasts architectural marvels like Messrs. Sargents Ltd Proposed Building, blending old-world elegance with contemporary style. As we traverse along Wilshire Boulevard, we encounter the bustling streets of downtown LA. The energy is palpable as people from all walks of life come together on this vibrant thoroughfare. Skyscrapers rise high into the sky while historic buildings stand as reminders of bygone eras. One cannot mention Wilshire without paying homage to The Brown Derby – an iconic restaurant that became synonymous with Hollywood glamour during its heyday. Celebrities dined here while making deals and forging friendships that shaped Tinseltown's golden age. Further down the boulevard lies Miracle Mile, home to world-class museums like LACMA (Los Angeles County Museum of Art) and La Brea Tar Pits – cultural gems that attract visitors from around the globe. But let us not forget that even amidst urban landscapes, nature finds its place too. Picture Royal Artillery exercises on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire or imagine a serene scene at Salisbury day nursery where children play under watchful eyes. Wilshire Boulevard bridges continents and centuries, connecting the old with the new.