About Us

The Downey Conservancy is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose mission is to identify, protect, and preserve Downey’s historically significant architectural and cultural resources in order to elevate the experience of living in Downey.

Founded in 2010, the Conservancy’s purpose is to advocate, promote, and support the preservation of the built environment of Downey which embodies and sustains our unique cultural heritage. Downey holds valuable pieces of the past. These historic elements are responsible for keeping our community’s collective heritage part of its present. The Downey Conservancy works to help ensure that these ties remain strong and these resources remain intact for the enjoyment of future generations.

The Downey Conservancy is working to:

• Conduct a historic resource survey of the City of Downey

• Maintain public awareness of landmarks by celebrating their designation

• Conduct tours of historic and other cultural sites in Downey

• Hold public forums and events on related topics

• Sponsor scholarships, contests, and events which would focus on Downey's history