Legends of La Cienega
May 07–May 09
La Cienega Design Quarter, 807 North La Cienega, Los Angeles, California 90069
This three-day event, benefiting Habitat for Humanity Greater Los Angeles, honors the 60-year-old La Cienega design district. There will be book signings, vignettes by a collection of interior designers, lectures, streetside displays of classic cars from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, exhibitions, and more.
More info: lcdqla.com
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