Union Station
Los Angeles' Union Station is widely considered to be the last of the great train stations built in this country. Designed by John B. and Donald D. Parkinson, the station was opened in 1939, with a dedication ceremony featuring both the mayor of Los Angeles and the governor of California, amidst three days of pageants, parades and other celebrations. Built on what was once part of Chinatown, its grand combination architecture highlights the futuristic, transportation inspired art deco contemporary at the time and Spanish style, celebrating California's rich past. Fitting, as it's located right next to Olivera Street, where Los Angeles was founded.
The walls are lined with cork, preventing echoes so common in large structures. Union Station has been featured in films, tv and commercials since its dedication. The first train that ran out of the it was part of a promotion by Paramount Studios for their film, Union Pacific. Other notable films include, Blade Runner, the Way We Were and Guilty by Suspicion.
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