Orlando in Orange County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
Historical Hollywood Landmark
Established in February, 1904, the Hollywood Hotel became world famous for its celebrity guests and parties. During the 1930's Louella Parson's popular radio broadcasts were made from the hotel. Thursday night dances were held every week for 53 years until the hotel was closed in 1956.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is February 1904.
Location. 28° 28.627′ N, 81° 28.052′ W. Marker is in Orlando, Florida, in Orange County. Marker can be reached from Universal Boulevard north of Hollywood Way, on the left when traveling north. Marker is located in Universal Studios Theme Park and requires a paid admission fee. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6000 Universal Boulevard, Orlando FL 32819, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The DeLorean Time Machine (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Lew R. Wasserman (about 500 feet away); The Hemisphere Dancer (approx. 0.3 miles away); The Historic Arms (approx. 0.4 miles away); The Historic Arms of Spain & Portugal (approx. 0.4 miles away); The Historic Arms of Ireland (approx. 0.4 miles away); a different marker also named The Historic Arms of Ireland (approx. 0.4 miles away); a different marker also named The Historic Arms of Spain & Portugal (approx. 0.4 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Orlando.
Credits. This page was last revised on March 15, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 15, 2024, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia. This page has been viewed 40 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 15, 2024, by Bradley Owen of Morgantown, West Virginia.