About

“Philosophical Research Society”

Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument #592, (declared 3/03/94)

In a letter dated Feb. 24, 1993, LFIA supported the HCM designation:  “The preservation of buildings on Los Feliz Boulevard is a priority of our organization.” 

History:

Philosophical Research Society, is a metaphysical research center dedicated to the “ensoulment of all arts, sciences and crafts.”  (Source: https://www.prs.org/)

Founded by Manly P. Hall (1901-1990) in 1934.  A collector of rare books and artifacts, his collection is housed in the center’s library. He lived at nearby 3637 Lowry Road. 

Obituary: Manly Palmer Hall; Founded Philosophical Research Society – Los Angeles Times (latimes.com)

Architect Robert Stacy-Judd, British-born, designed theaters, hotels, including the Aztec Hotel in Monrovia, and other commercial buildings in the Mayan Revival style

Robert J. Gaudi, architect (C 1213)

Includes 3910-3918 W. Los Feliz Boulevard, includes 3341-3351 N. Griffith Park Boulevard.