1917 Vintage Church & Creative Space

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  • Min booking length
    2 hr minimum
  • Max attendees
    65 people
  • Square footage
    9695 sq/ft
Great Rate. This location is $63 per/hr cheaper than similar locations in Los Angeles.
Giggster offers protection packages covering requirements for Los Angeles filmevent permits.
Attach a protection package to your booking after checkout. Insurance may be offered by a third party provider with coverage for eligible rentals. Check with your local Film Office for permit requirements.
"One of the dopest locations in LA. Hit them up for that location gold!" - EQ, The People's Collective "The best church studio in terms of affordability, size, site rep assistance, aesthetic, all that...Dope spot" - Carl V Authentic 1917 vintage church featuring original stained glass windows, antique pews, 30' high ceilings, arched aisle ways, a baptismal, beautiful natural light and other charming classic vintage detail, is available for filming. The unique and extremely cinematic space is perfect for film, TV, photos, fashion, music videos and commercials. It's large and accommodating, with both inside and outside options! The spacious 4000 square foot ground floor interior features a Green Room/dressing area, a storage room off the main entry (perfect for gear and props) and two bathrooms. A medium grand piano, vintage organ and props are available for gratis use. An architecturally stunning confessional is available as an add on. A large, multi-use (flex space) is located upstairs, with several blank parceled out areas ready to be set designed! Features include a vintage Bible classroom with vintage casement windows and ample natural light. A Cross Wall set is located at the stairwell. Additionally, there is an unfinished, weathered 2nd building on the property with a side alley and brick wall topped by barbed wire, that includes a religious mural, and an old school telephone booth. The disheveled appearance lends itself to a raw, urban street look, perfect for crime or horror shoots (i.e. NCIS, American Horror Story). The outdoors area also features two cottage fronts, large shade trees and green grass. Weather permitting, it's a great area to use for catering, outside seating and social distancing. The total building space available is 9,695 SF. The total lot space is 14, 259 SF. You can literally create multiple looks within one space to stretch your location budget. A load-in zone is conveniently located directly in front of the church and there is ample, free street parking for guests right in front of the church. This large, multi-use space offers a lot of potential for creatives and others looking for a unique, unconventional, statement-making venue. This is a diamond in the rough. A gem, soon to be discovered! SOME HYPE! "The church looks even better in person than in the pictures. The amount of space you get in the base price is a lot. The place is dope, and super unique." - Wavvii, platinum songwriter "Beautiful and versatile filming location. There are so many areas around the church that you can either set dress, or use as is, since the building has a lot of character and a historic feel to it all." - Beatrice Ho, producer ('Lil Bad Katt "Stay Asleep") "This space is just remarkable! It has such great character." - Zach Ambroise, Cinematographer/Composer SOME PROJECTS! Steve Aoki & HRVY "Save Me" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmEt0GAXQJk Jamie Bower "I Am" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pczMO57wKTg Greyson Chance "My Dying Spirit" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RRyFMTCw_I Nikitaa "Bad Trip" (Sitam) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEfgSMfJeDk Allen Stone “Consider Me” featuring Taye Diggs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhX7ZJS3shE Shea Diamond "SMILE" - Live https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyGBX9iia2Y Sammattick (Growing Up Hip Hop) “Champagne Dreams” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaFFVZro0ys #church #religious #abandoned #spooky #creepy #haunted #stage #music #stairwell #mural

Protection Packages

Renters now have access to attach damage protection, liability insurance and cancellation protection.

Category and style

Church

Americana/Anywhere America

Parking

Truck / motorhome on site parking: Street

Permit zone

Address most likely falls into the following permit zone: Los Angeles. Please confirm with the host.
Giggster offers in-house coordinating for obtaining film and still photo permits. Contact us at permits@giggster.com to inquire about obtaining a permit, permit pricing or visit our FAQ section to learn more. Please note this number is not for contacting your location host, if you wish to reach out to the host please click Message Host on the location listing.

Location details

Property size (sq ft): 9695

Location Rules

No adult filming
No pets
No smoking
No excessive electricity use for large productions
A mandatory insurance certificate is required for all rentals from Eventhelper.com or company of your choice.
65 person cap in chapel until further notice
No weapons of any kind.
Please use common sense as to what is appropriate to film or photograph in this space. It is a church. Thank you.

Amenities

Air Conditioning
Hair/Makeup area
Wifi

Features

Exposed Beams
High Ceiling
Lockers/Storage
Wood Doors
Carpet Floor
Concrete Floor
Dark Wood Floor
Linoleum Floor
Straight Stairs
Brick Walls
Mural Wall
Texture Walls
White Walls
Wood-Paneled Walls
Hinged/Casement Windows
Stained Glass Windows

Restricted Areas

Can shoot in all areas

Accessibility

Street Level

Opening hours

Sunday
6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Add-ons the location offers
Items, services and options you can add to the booking at check-out.

Questions

  • Q: What's the maximum attendees I can have at this location?

    A: Karen allows 65 attendees on location

  • Q: What types of activities are allowed at this location?

    A: Karen allows production, events and meetings

  • Q: How many square feet is the location?

    A: 1917 Vintage Church & Creative Space is 9695 sq/ft

Featured Reviews
Anne G.
a month ago
The church is amazing. Karen and the site rep Teresa were so helpful and nice. Would definitely recommend!!
Cain M.
a month ago
Amazing space! Amazing accommodation & loved the entire set and cross wall. Very thankful -Cain Madison
Agostinho S.
4 months ago
Amazing! Great location and great host!
Jacob S.
5 months ago
Karen and her team were extremely communicative and helpful. We were able to easily set up a location scout before our shoot day and we had no trouble getting into the location. Highly recommend shooting here!!
Blake D.
5 months ago
Great shooting location, bring a working generator.
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