Fort Moore Pioneer Memorial

Los Angeles, California

Fort Moore Pioneer Memorial

Location: Los Angeles, California
Category: Landmarks

About

Overview

The Fort Moore Pioneer Memorial is a large stone memorial wall located on North Hill Street in Los Angeles. It commemorates the Mormon Battalion, the New York Volunteers, and the raising of the first American flag in Los Angeles on July 4, 1847.

Highlights

The memorial features a massive bas-relief panel depicting the flag-raising ceremony and a waterfall (though often dry). It stands on the site of the original Fort Moore.

Things to Do

View the historical monument and read the inscriptions. It offers a glimpse into the American military history of Los Angeles. It's a quick stop for history buffs.

Best Time to Visit

Daytime for better visibility of the relief details.

Entry Fees and Timings

Free to view. Open 24 hours as it is a public monument.

Facilities

None directly at the memorial, but located near civic center facilities.

Tips for Travellers

It's located near Chinatown and Olvera Street, making it easy to include in a walking tour of the area. The waterfall is not always operational.

Nearby Attractions

Chinatown, Olvera Street, and Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels.