We are a coalition of veterans, preservationists, and concerned citizens united in our commitment to restore the historic Wadsworth Chapel, which has suffered over 50 years of neglect. This ongoing disregard is not only a stain on our shared heritage but a profound disservice to the family who generously donated the land and to the veterans for whom it was intended.
We are calling on Veterans and community members to help jumpstart the restoration of the historic Wadsworth Chapel — a sacred space that once served as a refuge and symbol of healing.
Whether you’re skilled in painting, plastering, woodworking, plumbing, welding, or just have a passion for historic preservation — your talents are needed. There’s a role for everyone in this meaningful project.
Be part of the team that brings new life to this long-neglected landmark.
Visit our Connect With Us page below and sign up to get involved. Together, we can make a lasting difference.
Join us in our mission to demand the immediate restoration of this gem of the West Los Angeles Veterans Administration. Our veterans deserve to see and take part in this united front to restore this beacon of hope.
Once a place of refuge and spiritual healing for veterans, the Wadsworth Chapel stood as a symbol of dignity and care. It was built on the land donated by the Bandini family. Our goal is to see this architectural treasure restored to its original grandeur, honoring its legacy and the people it was built to serve.
The Wadsworth Chapel, built in 1900, is the oldest building on Wilshire Boulevard and one of the few remaining structures from the original Soldiers Home in West Los Angeles. Despite its historical designation, it remains abandoned and deteriorating - its glass windows shattered, its once grand facade crumbling.