Christmas on Broadway, 1940s

1940s, Los Angeles - Christmas on Broadway (1940's)

Broadway Street in downtown L.A. comes alive with festive decorations and crowds celebrating the Christmas season in the 1940s. Storefronts are adorned with holiday lights, drawing shoppers and families into the bustling heart of the city. This lively scene captures the energy and tradition of mid-century Los Angeles, where Broadway was a hub for holiday shopping and celebration. People from all parts of the city gathered here, enjoying the holiday displays that brightened the winter streets.  Thank you to Historical Los Angeles USA.

1958, Looking West down Hollywood Blvd from Cherokee during the Christmas season.  Thank you to Historical Los Angeles, USA.