Historical Monument 157

A neighborhood secret hidden in northeast LA. This San Francisco style Victorian hosts some of the best events on the whole west coast. If your into psychedelia, retro, prog rock, garage, glam, etc. This is the coolest venue in town. Loungey décor, great music and cheap drinks. What more could you want?

An old Victorian-​style house for intimate concerts decorated in haunted Halloween décor off the side of Lincoln Heights, HM157 is definitely an unexpected gem in the middle of Los Angeles.
I enjoyed a small, intimate night to friends playing rock & roll tunes at this house. Literally someone’s house, the place was well-​furnished with kooky figurines all over the place. You walk through the house almost like a maze until you get to the backyard patio area which is GORGEOUS. There are a couple of RVs camped out there with plush and comfy furniture all around. Such an intimate, hip spot for friends and adults to hang, chat, grub and have a few drinks. There is also a makeshift stage, cool furniture, homemade foods and a small bar being tended to (grilled cheese, salad, combos, etc.).
I went to see one of my long-​time band friends perform with Jashub, alongside American Tomahawk, Kuzin and The Tulips. The night started rockin’ and rollin’ at 9 or 9:30pm or so and went on ’til around 1am. A super chill and intimate spot for close friends to get together, you gotta love the ambiance, tight space, funky dim-​lights all around and comfy furniture. You definitely feel comfy, intimate and casual in this historical monument – like you’re at an old friend’s house (which you would not expect off the road)! Very cool space to be in. I enjoyed being the «quiet observer» in a space full of close music friends!

This is my favorite place to see a show, and I think it’d be a fun place to bring a date to a show, too. It’s a giant Victorian house in Lincoln Heights. I’ve seen bands play inside, and in the giant backyard, which is full of couches, chairs, string lights — it’s lovely.
There’s a little bar in the backyard, and usually someone’s cooking something you can buy in the front yard. The bathroom is really neat, too. Shows are cheap, and the sound is good. There’s plenty of street parking. I believe this is usually all ages, too.
Look for their fun events! There’s always something neat going on here.

Great place to see live music! A friend brought me here for the Spring Squaredance. The place was packed and everyone was dancing. It was SO much fun! This will be my goto spot for the Summer :)
Btw, it’s outside of the Downtown area so lots of street parking

HM157 is my favorite place to see or play a show!!! Charon is an AMAZING hostess who is professional and friendly at the same time. If youre in one of the bands, or just coming to see the show, you can bet you’ll have a very positive experience.
No idea WHAT that person a couple of comments down is talking about. Sounds like they’re a little off their rockers and a bit dangerous perhaps with too much time on their hands. Seriously pretty creepy.
Cheers!!!
A

I recently attended an HM157 Tuesday night dinner here. This place is bonkers! In a grand way!
It’s historical because it’s the way all the houses in the area were in the late 1800s, early 1900s in Los Angeles (and beyond but this is not a history lesson). It’s so funky with art, unique decorations, old furniture, funky swing doors, creaky staircases, blah blah everything else! It’s a party for your eyes, great yummy local farm-​to-​table food for your belly and the wildest assortment of visitors to chat with. I cannot recommend a Tuesday night dinner more, and I probably haven’t done the best job selling it to you. Just follow them on FB and check out any events they have. It’s worth it to know this gem.

For some good clean fun, come to HM157 nestled in old Los Angeles, Lincoln Heights.
You never know what musical fun awaits you. Come to a square dance, come to a koocky Christmas show where they dance around for Bessie Smith, come and learn how to build your own container garden.
Every single time I’ve come here I’ve had a great time. All the people are nice. Strangers are truly glad to meet you.
This is the real L.A.

I came for the first time to see Feather Beard play and was really impressed with the laid back atmosphere. Outdoor stage with comfy couches and multiple lounge areas. Fun place off the radar. Will come back to see more live music.