I love arcade stories… I mean, that’s what I started the Archives for. But- when this popped up on my Facebook feed, I had to share. Harry & David Peck, brothers from Boyle Heights, CA had a dream to open an arcade. They have been in the arcade business since 1971. They have seen the highs and lows of this industry. In August of last year, a fire damaged a portion of the building- Fortunately from what I can tell, no one was hurt, and a majority of the games were spared. What makes this even more important, is it’s considered to be the oldest active game center in Los Angeles. The good news- they are about to reopen after a lengthy remodel! As sad as it is to loose a piece of arcade history, it’s amazing to see one not only survive 49 years, but to reopen- better than ever! So, in honor of this amazing arcade- I thought I would show pics of the past- and future!
And as a extra treat- let’s do a walkthrough, shall we?
Once I get the Video Arcade Raiders together- this might have to be a destination!!!
Hey Arcaders- give this great establishment some love and go visit them yourselves if you happen to be in the Los Angeles area!!!
Oh man- it’s down the street from a Jack in the Box!!!
870 N. Vermont Ave. (2,189.58 miles from me)
Los Angeles, California 90029
Have you ever been to Family Arcade? Do you have any cool stories to tell? Leave a comment below!
Keep Playin’ Like It’s 1981!
