INDIAN ALLEY — Attraction in Los Angeles

Indian Alley comprises a block of Werdin Place, running south from Winston Street to East 5th Street. Referred to as “one of the most famous public spaces in the country” among Native Americans, the tiny street lay adjacent to United American Indian Involvement, Inc. (UAII), an outreach center for American Indians that became an important focus for social, spiritual, political and rehabilitative activities for the community. Established in 1974, at 118 Winston Street, UAII provided health and support services to Los Angeles’ Native American population. Los Angeles is estimated to have the largest Native American population—anywhere from 40,000 to 100,000—of any city in the United States, with over 100 federally recognized tribes represented within LA county.

*(Click on Street View and double click on the Indian Alley gate, to the left, and you can stroll down the alley and see all the great original art murals done by Native...

I went to look at these Mureals on the walls here. Anyone that goes will immediately see that this is in a dirty part of town. No Parking around. So I suggest, you go on foot, with Camera. If you want to take Photos. Now as of today, some of the paint on some of these, is a bit faded. But still it is an important issue that was started by these talented Indian Artists. That is almost hidden away. So do t let the area scare you from seeing these. Now one end of this Alley is closed off. So we took the car in, and had a problem getting out. It will be more to your advantage before going to read the history first, then look at the Artist YouTube Video. Then go there and walk around the Whole Alley. Even though one end is closed. Here are some Photos taken on my phone. Take your time, don't hurry off, go when you have the time to absorb this. I recommend. I went Sunday June / 29 / 2025 Joan...

Way back in the day and way before the street address 118 Winston Street became the art gallery and a yoga studio it’s known for today, it was the meeting place of the secret society known as Catholic Knights of America (St. Joseph Branch # 397) according to Newmans’s Directory and Guide of Los Angeles and Vicinity: A Handbook for Strangers and Residents published in 1903. The guide indicates that meetings were held on the first Sunday of the month but alas, the guide does not reveal the secret password to get in!

Today the alley way at Winston and Werdin Place has become a street-art gallery featuring an amazing constellation of artists. Who's work can...