photo by Bryan Boyé

A groundbreaking ceremony in the Aug. 22, 1991, issue of the Beverly Press and Park Labrea News signaled the start of construction on the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s McDonald/Wright Building at 1625 Schrader Blvd. Plans called for the new facility to serve as the center’s main headquarters, offering a variety of medical services and programs. Los Angeles County Supervisor Ed Edelman spoke during the groundbreaking ceremony, which was also attended by L.A. City Councilman Michael Woo, center board member Ed Gould and director Torie Osborn. Officials said the new facility would serve as a safe and inclusive space for the LGBT community in Hollywood. The McDonald Wright Building still houses the center’s health care and mental health services, and a pharmacy. For information, visit lalgbtcenter.org.