Chavez Ravine Arboretum

Chavez Ravine Arboretum in Los Angeles, CA, serves as a poignant reminder of the historical displacement of communities due to government action and urban development. The site highlights the story of La Loma, Palo Verde, and Bishop, neighborhoods that were destroyed to make way for Dodger Stadium, which opened in 1962.

The arboretum sheds light on the profound impact of eminent domain and the broken promises of public housing that followed, illustrating the struggles of the residents who once called this area home. Through its narratives and visual documentation, the arboretum honors the legacy of those marginalized communities while prompting reflection on issues of urban policy and community displacement.

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