Hermosa Beach Historic Clark Building reopens after seven years
by Laura Garber After a seven-year closure, the Clark Building on Valley Drive will reopen its doors, bringing back a cherished Hermosa Beach venue. The city-owned building will once again host events like the Women’s Club and Hermosa Beach Fire Department pancake breakfasts and the Beach Cities Toy Drive Christmas gift wrapping party. Women’s Club members; (Left to Right) Mindy Ligos, Betsy Rubino, Sherry Fritzel and Lulu Buffett in the new commercial kitchen at the Clark Building. Closed in 2017 due to safety concerns and outdated facilities, the building began renovations in 2024. These upgrades include a commercial kitchen, a new HVAC system, and architectural improvements by The Albert Group Architects. Additionally, the improvements included new plumbing for renovated restrooms and enhanced site improvements, such as updated walkways, ramps and an accessible entrance to the lawn bowling facility. The project’s cost, according to the City, was approximately $2,800,000. The City will also receive a reimbursement from from the Clean Power Alliance through CPA’s Building Electrification Assistance Program for $250,000. “It has been part of Hermosa’s core history since its…
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