Building a Local Legacy

Since 2006, the Manhattan Beach Cultural Heritage Conservancy has been encouraging the recognition and protection of landmarks that represent the city's history and culture. The Conservancy has already applied for five local residential homes to be listed on the National Register of Historic Places in California. Thus far, the city's only officially recognized historic structure is the Manhattan Beach Pier.

To be eligible for historical recognition by the City of Manhattan Beach, the following criteria must be met: 

1)    The structure must be at least 50 years old.

2)    The property must be within the city limits.

3)    The historic structure or site must meet one or more of the following areas of significance to be considered: Architectural, cultural or geographical.

After registration with the city, all approved historic landmarks are submitted for recognition by the state registry.