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University Park is not quite downtown, and it's too far north to be part of South Central. The neighborhood has multiple nicknames, but nothing official. "University" fits it nicely, though, because of its college student population. The area is home to USC An abbreviation for U.S. Code. , Exposition Park Exposition Park is the name of more than one place:
  • Exposition Park (Dallas) - a neighborhood in south Dallas, Texas
  • Exposition Park (Kansas City) - A former baseball park in Kansas City
, historic Victorian homes and lots of taco joints. The diverse demographic of this sleepy neighborhood makes for an interesting day trip for those in the mood to explore.

>dining/nightlife

Wear your UCLA Bruins The UCLA Bruins are the sports teams for University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The Bruin men's and women's teams participate in NCAA Division I-A as part of the Pacific Ten Conference. Athletic alumni
Jackie Robinson, Rafer Johnson, Yang Chuan-kwang (C.K.
 jerseys to these locales at your own risk -- they're as heavy on USC Trojan fans as they are on taste.

The Two Nine Cafe

2827 S. Hoover St.

(213) 746-2929

www.thetwonine.com

The turkey and brie sandwich and the creamy tomato basil soup are the most popular dishes at this bar that's been known to attract members of the USC football USC football refers to either of two NCAA Division I-A college football programs:
  • Southern California Trojans of the Pacific Ten Conference
  • South Carolina Gamecocks of the Southeastern Conference
 team, plus their entourage.

La Barca

2414 S. Vermont Ave.

(323) 735-6567

This Mexican sit-down restaurant blurs the divide between locals and USC folk. The $2 margarita Tuesdays and Colosso burritos attract the masses.

La Taquiza

3026 S. Figueroa St.

(213) 741-9795

A party in your mouth on a budget. This Mexican restaurant boasts about its "mulitas," a quesadilla/sandwich-style taco.

The 901 Bar & Grill

2902 S. Figueroa St.

(213) 745-7900

The two-for-one drink special during the 11 p.m.-to-2 a.m. happy hour brings the crowds here to end their party nights.

Chanos

3000 S. Figueroa St.

(213) 747-3944

While some locals are loyal to only La Taquiza or Chanos, most agree that the Chanos carne asada tacos and their odd drive-thru are worth the visit.

>culture

From spiders to sea monsters to beautiful art, the area's museums can frighten and impress in equal measure.

Natural History Museum

900 Exposition Blvd.

(213) 763-3466

www.nhm.org

It's the largest natural and historical museum in the Western United States Noun 1. western United States - the region of the United States lying to the west of the Mississippi River
West

Santa Fe Trail - a trail that extends from Missouri to New Mexico; an important route for settlers moving west in the 19th century
. The newest exhibit, the popular Spider Pavilion (running through Nov. 4), gives visitors an up-close look at orb weaver spiders.

California Science Center The California Science Center (sometimes spelled California ScienCenter) is a state agency and museum located in Exposition Park, Los Angeles. Billed as the West Coast's largest hands-on science center, the California ScienCenter is a public-private partnership between the State  

700 State Drive

(323) 724-3623

www.californiasciencecenter.org

The IMAX IMAX
Noun

a film projection process that produces an image ten times larger than standard
 film "Sea Monsters 3D: A Prehistoric Adventure," following fossil hunters in search of these ancient creatures, opens Friday. Before or after the movie, check out the air and space exhibit, a 50-foot body simulator, and the "Goosebumps!: The Science of Fear" exhibit running through the end of the year.

California African American Museum The California African American Museum (CAAM) is a museum located in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, USA. History
The museum opened in 1981, in temporary quarters at the California Museum of Science and Industry (now the California Science Center).
 

600 State Drive

(213) 744-7432

www.caamuseum.org

History and art come together in this museum's exhibits representing African-American culture. "A Woman's Journey: The Life and Work of Artis Lane," a 60-year retrospective of the painter/sculptor's work, opened Thursday, and "Wattstax: I Am Somebody!" a collection of photos and memorabilia celebrating "the black Woodstock" of the early '70s, runs through Oct. 28.

Rose Garden

701 State Drive

(213) 763-0114

Since 1928, this colorful garden has been a place for families to relax and a beautiful background for wedding and special event photos.

>history

Whether you've visited Universal Park or not, you've no doubt seen its historical venues.

Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum For board track racing circuit, see .

Present use
The Coliseum is now primarily the home of the USC Trojan football team. During the recent stretch of its success in football, most of USC's regular home games, especially the alternating games with rivals UCLA and Notre
 

3911 S. Figueroa St.

(213) 747-7111

This venue has hosted two Olympiads, two Super Bowls, one World Series, countless concerts, and political and religious events. It's still open to concerts and USC Trojan football.

Felix Chevrolet

3330 Figueroa St.

(213) 748-6141

www.felixautos.com

Felix the Cat This article is about the cartoon character. For the video game, see Felix the Cat (video game).


Felix the Cat is a cartoon character from the silent-film era.
 has been attracting people to this car dealership since 1958.

Shrine Auditorium

665 W. Jefferson Blvd.

(213) 748-5116

www.shrinela.com

The largest U.S. theater in the 1920s, the Shrine continues to host high-profile events. It was formerly home to the Grammy, Academy and American Music Awards.

>architecture

You might want to save one day just to take in the area's architectural achievements.

Auto Club of Southern California

2601 S. Figueroa St

This historic Spanish colonial-style building was home to the largest auto club of its type in the U.S. Now it is a district office and houses an automobile and transportation library.

Doheny Mansion

8 Chester Place

(213) 477-2764 (for tours)

The best-preserved Victorian-style jewel of West Adams architecture is now part of the Mount St. Mary's Mount St. Mary's may refer many institutions.

Mount St. Mary's College may be:
  • Mount St. Mary's College, a private, independent, post-secondary, Roman Catholic liberal arts college, primarily for women, in Los Angeles
 College Doheny campus.

St. Vincent's Catholic Church

624 W. Adams Blvd.

(213) 749-8950

Edward L. Doheny Edward Laurence Doheny (August 10, 1856 - September 8, 1935) was an American oil tycoon.

Doheny was born in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. His family history reaches back to Ireland when his family fled in the wake of the Great Famine.
 funded the construction of this church (yards away from his home) in 1925. He requested it be built at a 45-degree angle to the intersection to prevent commercial buildings from overshadowing it.

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