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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Hollywood, California

 
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101 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 45 — The Johnny Grant BuildingHollywood Historic Site — 7018 - 7024 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Orange Drive, on the left when traveling west.
In 1995, this building was named in honor of Johnny Grant, Hollywood's long-time honorary mayor, Walk of Fame chairman, and good will ambassador. Built in 1919, it housed the Meglin Dance Studio and later the Arthur Murray Dance Studio on . . . Map (db m232574) HM
102 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — The Lasky BarnSelma Avenue & Vine Street
On Selma Avenue east of Vine Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Famous Lasky Players Company rented a barn in the suburb of Los Angeles, Hollywoodland, for the price of $200 per month at this location. Here they finally began to shoot their film The Squaw Man. For years it was on the verge of being . . . Map (db m240151) HM
103 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 406 — The Magic Castle
Near Franklin Avenue near Orange Drive.
In Sept. 1961, Milton Page Larsen leased this building, which would become the world-famous Magic Castle, with a handshake and a dream. Renovations began on the historic 1910 Rollin B. Lane mansion with the help and contributions of many friends . . . Map (db m167868) HM
104 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 43 — The Masonic TempleHollywood Historic Site — 6840 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The Masonic Temple, a Neoclassic Revival design built in 1921, was the work of John C. Austin, who also designed L.A. City Hall. The memorial service for silent film director D.W. Griffith, considered the father of American movies, was held at . . . Map (db m231710) HM
105 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 7 — The Montmartre CafeHollywood Historic Site
On Hollywood Boulevard just east of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Hollywood's first nightclub opened on the second floor in 1922. Its motto was "Where everyone goes to see and be seen." Patrons included Buddy Rogers, Charlie Chaplin, Marion Davies, Rudolph Valentino, Fatty Arbuckle, Gloria Swanson, Winston . . . Map (db m231698) HM
106 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 816 — The Nirvana Apartments
On Orange Drive just south of Franklin Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Brick Vernacular Oriental style. E.M. Erdaly, architect. Built 1925. Declared 2005, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 816, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m230216) HM
107 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 673 — The Outpost II
On Hillside Avenue at Outpost Drive, on the left when traveling west on Hillside Avenue.
Spanish Colonial Revival style. Built 1929. Declared 1999, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 673, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m231535) HM
108 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 17 — The PalaceHollywood Historic Site — 1735 Vine Street —
On Vine Street north of Hollywood Boulevard.
Known as the Hollywood Playhouse Theatre when it opened in 1927. Later, as the El Capitan, then as the NBC Radio Theatre and finally the Hollywood Palace, it was home for Ken Murray's "Blackouts", The Colgate Comedy Hour, Lawrence Welk Show, . . . Map (db m238894) HM
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109 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 37 — The Pig ‘n Whistle
On Hollywood Blvd near McCadden Place, on the right when traveling east.
Sidney Hoedemaker opened Hollywood's first family restaurant (that welcomed children) in 1927 and featured rich, hand-carved wood decor. Popular tunes were played on a pipe organ. The Hollywood Glee Club performed Friday evenings. Loretta Young . . . Map (db m125716) HM
110 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 616 — The TrianonAnd Neon Roof Sign
On Serrano Avenue north of Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Chateausque revival style. Architect - Leland Bryant. Built 1928. Declared 1995, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 616, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m231772) HM
111 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 194 — This Is Where It All BeganHollywood Walk of Fame 50 Years, 1960-2010
On Hollywood Boulevard at Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard.
At this location on August 15, 1958 the first eight stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame were dedicated to Olive Borden, Ronald Colman, Louise Fazenda, Preston Foster, Burt Lancaster, Edward Sedgwick, Ernest Torrence and Joanne Woodward. The Walk . . . Map (db m204738) HM
112 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 20 — Two Stone Gates
On Beachwood Drive, 1 mile north of the Hollywood Freeway (U.S. 101).
Two stone gates, 1920’s. Declared Historic Cultural Monument No. 20 by the Cultural Heritage Board, Municipal Arts Department, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m167963) HM
113 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 248 — United Methodist Church
On Franklin Avenue at Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Franklin Avenue.
First United Methodist Church, 1930, a Gothic revival edifice constructed of steel and exposed concrete, standing as a visual beacon in the heart of Hollywood.Map (db m128905) HM
114 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 956 — Villa Bonita
On Hillcrest Road at Bonita Terrace, on the left when traveling north on Hillcrest Road.
Spanish Colonial Revival style. Frank Webster, architect. Built 1929. Declared 2009, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 956, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m170029) HM
115 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 315 — Villa CarlottaEst. 1926
On Franklin Avenue at Tamarind Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Franklin Avenue.
Designed by architect Arthur E. Harvey & built by Luther T. Mayo. Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument (LAHCM) #315 on October 28, 1986 by the Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Commission. Restored by CGI Strategies, LLC in 2017.Map (db m231688) HM
116 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 675 — Villa ElaineMan Ray Residence
On Vine Street south of Fountain Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Renaissance Revival style. Architect - L.A. Smith. Built 1925. Declared 2000, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 675, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m231824) HM
117 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 25 — Wallichs Music CityHollywood Historic Site — 1501 N Vine Street —
On Vine Street at Sunset Boulevard, on the left when traveling north on Vine Street.
One of the most famous music stores in the country operated here from 1940 to 1978. It was the first music store to seal record albums in cellophane and put them in display racks for customers. It was also the first to have demonstration rooms . . . Map (db m231855) HM
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118 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 180 — Warner Brothers Studio
On Sunset Boulevard east of Bronson Avenue.
Original home built by Warner Bros. in 1923. The pioneering talking motion picture The Jazz Singer was produced here in 1927 and revolutionized the film industry. This building was certified as a Historic Structure by the United States Department of . . . Map (db m133609) HM
119 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 12 — Warner Pacific Theatre
On Hollywood Blvd at Wilcox Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Hollywood Blvd.
Built by Warner Bros. in 1928 to be the crown jewel of its West Coast theaters. Sam Warner oversaw construction but died before it was completed. His ghost is said to haunt the building. The Italian Renaissance exterior design theme is continued . . . Map (db m169952) HM
120 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 448 — Whitley Court
On Whitley Avenue north of Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Dutch Colonial Revival style. Architects - Dennis & Farwell. Built 1919. Declared 1988, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 448, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m232573) HM
121 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Whitley HeightsHistoric District — 1918 - 1928 —
On Whitley Terrace west of Whitley Avenue.
Whitley Heights. Built 1920. National Register of Historic Places.Map (db m231951) HM
122 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 175 — YWCA Hollywood Studio Club
On Lodi Place at Lexington Avenue, on the left when traveling north on Lodi Place.
Mediterranean Revival style. Architect - Julia Morgan. Built 1926. Declared 1977, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 175, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m175069) HM

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