Hollywood in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Guaranty Building
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 12, 2021
1. Guaranty Building Marker
This Beaux Arts office building was where famous
entertainment columnist Hedda Hopper hung her
hat. Built in 1923, it was one of several “palaces” of
commerce along the Boulevard and was the second
building on the Boulevard to meet the height-limit
for the City. Charlie Chaplin and Cecil B. DeMille
were investors in the building. The architects were
John C. Austin and Frederick M. Ashley.Erected by Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. (Marker Number 16.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Arts, Letters, Music • Entertainment • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1923.
Location. 34° 6.105′ N, 118° 19.674′ W. Marker is in Hollywood, California, in Los Angeles County. Marker is at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Ivar Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6331 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90028, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Hollywood & Vine (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hollywood and Vine
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 12, 2021
2. Guaranty Building Marker
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Regarding Guaranty Building. This building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
Photographed By Craig Baker, May 12, 2021
3. Guaranty Building
Credits. This page was last revised on May 17, 2021. It was originally submitted on May 17, 2021, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 99 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 17, 2021, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.
