Los Angeles, California: Simon Rodia's Watts Towers
An oft analyzed and revered monumental junk art construction of tall spires by outsider artist Sabato Simon "Sam" Rodia, built from 1922 to 1954.
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Imagine having the vision to build spires reaching into the Los Angeles sky. Such was the lot of Simon Rodia, an Italian immigrant who designed and built (without the aid of ladders) Watts Towers, the tallest of which is almost 100 feet high. The towers and the surrounding grounds -- where Rodia once lived -- are studded with mosaics formed of carefully inlaid glass (mostly soda bottles). Tours are available, and you'll want to sign up if you'd like a closer look. Otherwise, you can gawk from outside the fence. Nearby is an arts center for youths.
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Simon Rodia's Watts Towers
Simon Rodia State Historic Park
- Address:
- 1765 East 107th St., Los Angeles, CA
- Directions:
- South of downtown Los Angeles, in Watts, between Graham Ave. and S. Wilmington Ave. along Santa Ana Blvd. Visible from the street.
- Hours:
- W-Sa 10-4, Su 12-4. Center closed M-Tu. Call for tour info. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Phone:
- 213-847-4646
- Admission:
- Adults $7, 13-17 and seniors $3
- RA Rates:
- The Best
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