Hollyhock House, a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed building in Los Angeles, has successfully retained its UNESCO World Heritage status thanks to recent budgetary decisions. Initially facing cuts that could eliminate vital staff, the City Council approved a $14 million budget that restores all four required full-time positions. This decision is crucial as the house not only preserves cultural heritage but also generates significant revenue from tours. Designed for oil heiress Aline Barnsdall, it serves as a public museum within Barnsdall Art Park since 1976, highlighting its ongoing importance to the community.
Hollyhock House, a historic Frank Lloyd Wright building, narrowly avoided losing its UNESCO World Heritage status after crucial funding was secured to maintain necessary staffing.
Funding to restore Department of Cultural Affairs staff was included in the updated budget, ensuring Hollyhock House retains its status as the only UNESCO World Heritage site in LA.
The City Council's $14m budget was approved, restoring Hollyhock House's four full-time positions and addressing previous proposals for staff cuts.
Hollyhock House, designed for Aline Barnsdall, has been a public museum since 1976 and generates around $5m annually from tours.
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