| Take a Google Maps virtual tour of Calle Olvera and it's sorroundings. |
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Our schedule of events
| A yearly summary of the festivities held at Olvera celebrating many events. |
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Avila Adobe
| Avila adobe, the oldest adobe house in Los Angeles. |
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| A list of recommended websites, blogs and videos to explore Olvera. |
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The Stores and Shops at Calle Olvera
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W10- Olvera Street. Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 972-9536
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Mexican Novelties
Imported woodwork from the state of Oaxaca, and colorful Piñatas adorn our shop. You can custom order any shape, size and color Piñata for your next party. We also specialize in "Vestidos de Niño Dios" since 1990; and a large variety of religious, items and imported statues.
 At the age of seven Mike Garcia, the youngest of the Olvera Street shoeshine boys proudly built his own shoe shine box. It was 1930, and he was officially named shoe shine boy # 10 by Mrs. Christine Sterling, the founder of Mexican Market Place. Now he would be able to shine shoes for 5 cents on Olvera Street.
At the age of seven Mike Garcia, the youngest of the Olvera Street shoeshine boys proudly built his own shoe shine box. It was 1930, and he was officially named shoe shine boy # 10 by Mrs. Christine Sterling, the founder of Mexican Market Place. Now he would be able to shine shoes for 5 cents on Olvera Street.
 Mike along with Cruz Ladesma worked repairing and maintaining the shops on Olvera Street. Many of the original planters and puestos bear the mark of their handiwork. From his shop, Mike continues to preserve and share the traditions and culture of Mexico with his wife Norma and daughter Valerie while actively safeguarding the history and traditions of Olvera Street, the birthplace of Los Angeles.
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W10 - Casa California
| Imported woodwork from the state of Oaxaca, and colorful Piñatas adorn our shop. |
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| A mariachi group playing at Calle Olvera's 75th Anniversary celebration. |
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| Tell us all about your childhood memories at Olvera on our guestbook. |
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