was converted into the museum.

Flareups could be seen periodically.billowing smoke catches the attention of passers-by near Third and San Pedro streets in Little Tokyo.

” Los Angeles Fire Department spokesman Capt.The fire quickly started to spread and there was structural compromise.There were no immediate reports of any injuries.

Crews initially made their way inside.and what was originally planned as office space on the second and third floors.

Fire officials said there was dense storage” inside the building on the second and third floors.

the smell of smoke drifted through Little Tokyo and traveled as far as Olvera Street near Chinatown.While the public is invited to attend.

ensemble organizer and director who currently plays with the Palos Verdes Symphonic Band as a flutist.Lauridsen is director of the Lauridsen Ballet Centre.

Mikami is an artist and instructor who has multiple art pieces that have been on display at Destination: Art.as demonstrated by individual artists.