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1 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 112 — A Gabrielino Indian SiteFerndell Canyon
On Fern Dell Drive at Black Oak Drive, on the left when traveling north on Fern Dell Drive.
Archaeological evidence indicates that Indian villages were located in Ferndell Canyon.Map (db m122444) HM
2 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — A Missed Train StopSelma Avenue & Vine Street
On Selma Avenue east of Vine Street, on the right when traveling east.
Legend tells that Jesse L. Lasky and Cecil B. DeMille originally planned to film their first joint venture — a feature length film — in Flagstaff, Arizona instead of New York. The burning desert seemed a perfect set for the western film, . . . Map (db m240155) HM
3 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 463 — Afton Arms Apartments
On Afton Place at El Centro Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Afton Place.
Built 1924, Mediterranean style, Leland - Bryant - architect. Historic-Cultural Monument No. 463, declared November 3, 1989, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, cultural affairs department.Map (db m231819) HM
4 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 453 — Artisan’s Patio& Open Air Courtyard
On Hollywood Boulevard east of McCadden Place, on the left when traveling east.
Declared Historic-Cultural Monument No. 453 by Los Angeles City Council, October 17, 1989, John Ferraro, President. Approved June 5, 1989, by Hollywood Project Area Committee, Robert Nudelman, Chairman. Approved May 17, 1989 by . . . Map (db m231679) HM
5 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Award of Excellence KTLA-TV
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Orange Drive, on the right when traveling east.
The first television station west of the Mississippi, KTLA-5 has been a part of Los Angeles broadcasting since January 22, 1947.Map (db m32469) HM
6 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 846 — B.A.G. Fuller Residence
Near Alta Loma Terrace, 0.1 miles west of Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Modern style. Ralph C. Flewelling, architect. Built 1933. Declared 2006, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 846, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m167809) HM
7 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 9 — Baine BuildingHollywood Historic Site — 6605 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Whitley Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The most elegant Spanish Revival building in the Historic District was built in 1926. It features delicate wrought iron balconies, deeply inset bulls-eye windows and a stylish tower. Of special note are the second story windows which appear to be . . . Map (db m235272) HM
8 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1088 — Bank of HollywoodEquitable Building
On Hollywood Boulevard at Vine Street, on the left when traveling east on Hollywood Boulevard.
Gothic Revival and Art Deco styles. Aleck Curlett, architect. Built 1929, 1931. Declared 2015, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 1088, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m231841) HM
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9 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Buster Keaton Studio1920 - 1928
On Lillian Way at Eleanor Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Lillian Way.
Site of the original Buster Keaton Studio, the birthplace of a unique type of motion picture comedy. Here the genius of Buster Keaton made history with pictures which brought laughter to the world.Map (db m231830) HM
10 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Buster Keaton Studios
On Eleanor Avenue at Lillian Way, on the right when traveling east on Eleanor Avenue.
1920-1928 At this site stood the studio where Buster Keaton and his extraordinary team produced 10 feature-length and 19 short films that bring inspiration to filmmakers of every generation and laughter to audiences around the world. . . . Map (db m118887) HM
11 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 2 — C. C. Brown’s Ice CreamBirthplace of the Hot Fudge Sundae — Hollywood Historic Site #2 —
On Hollywood Boulevard just west of Orange Drive, on the right when traveling west.
As the birthplace of the hot fudge sundae, C.C.Brown's was a Hollywood landmark. It was located at this site from 1929 to 1996 and was popular with celebrities who dropped in after movie premieres at the Chinese Theatre. Fans lined up outside . . . Map (db m170020) HM
12 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 40 — C.E. Toberman Co. BuildingHollywood Historic Site — 6780 Hollywood Blvd —
On Hollywood Boulevard at Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard.
Originally a four-story building, the Classical facade was added in the 1920s. In 1935, the top three stories were removed to create the building as it is today. Hollywood's most prolific builder, C.E. Toberman, established his first office in . . . Map (db m231705) HM
13 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Cahuenga Pass TreasureAt The Hollywood Bowl
Near Highland Avenue south of U.S. 101, on the right when traveling south.
Treasure hunters believe there is 20th-century loot hidden at the Bowl. Many have searched, but the treasure is still a mystery. The legend of the Cahuenga Pass treasure begins in 1864 when, under Napoleon's rule, France invaded Mexico and . . . Map (db m129805) HM
14 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 18 — Capitol Records Building
On Vine Street north of Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
The world's first circular office structure was designed to resemble a stack of 45 rpm records. Artists recording in its studios since its completion in 1956 have included such luminaries as Frank Sinatra, Nat "King" Cole, Peggy Lee, Dean Martin, . . . Map (db m167282) HM
15 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 947 — CBS Columbia Square Studios
On Sunset Boulevard at Gower Street, on the right when traveling west on Sunset Boulevard.
On this site was established the first motion picture studio in Hollywood, October 27, 1911. CBS Columbia Square Studios, International style. William Lescaze, architect. Earl Heitschmidt, associate architect. Built 1938. Declared 2009, . . . Map (db m133742) HM
16 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Chaplin - Keaton - Lloyd Alley
On Cahuenga Boulevard south of Hollywood Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
Three of the greatest comedies of all time were filmed in part along this east-west alley from Cahuenga to Cosmo. Each of these landmark movies has been inducted into the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress, cinema's highest . . . Map (db m182837) HM
17 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 58 — Charlie Chaplin Studio
On La Brea Avenue south of Sunset Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
Historic Charlie Chaplin Studio. Built 1917. Declared 1969, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 58, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m162823) HM
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18 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 799 — Château Des Fleurs
On Franklin Avenue at Cherokee Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Franklin Avenue.
French Norman Revival Style. Meyer Radon Brothers, Architects. Built 1927. Declared 2005, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 799, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission.Map (db m231459) HM
19 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 55 — Chinese Heaven DogsMing Dynasty 1403 - 1643
Near Hollywood Boulevard west of Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Heaven Dogs were believed by the Chinese to ward off evil spirits and were widely used to guard the sacred Ming Tombs in the interior of China. They were first introduced in the reign of Huo Pin in 117 BC and achieved their greatest vogue in the . . . Map (db m167862) HM
20 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 3 — Chinese TheatreThe Most Famous Movie House in the World — Hollywood Historic Site #3 —
On Hollywood Boulevard just west of Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The most famous movie house in the world, built by Sid Grauman. Actress Anna May Wong drove the first rivet in the steel girders when construction began in 1925. Opened with the premiere of Cecil B. DeMille's “King of Kings” on May 18, 1927. Its . . . Map (db m170065) HM
21 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 134 — Crossroads of the World
On Sunset Boulevard, 0.2 miles east of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Crossroads of the World, 1936. Robert V. Derrah, architect. A blend of moderne & old world architecture. Declared Historic-Cultural Monument No. 134 by the Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department, City of Los Angeles. . . . Map (db m162878) HM
22 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Dedicated to the Mrs. Minivers
On Hollywood Boulevard just west of Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to the truly great heroines of this war…the millions of Mrs. Minivers in every democratic nation…the mothers, the wives, and the sweethearts of the men fighting for freedom, liberty and justice, not alone for one people, but for all. . . . Map (db m204748) HM WM
23 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1242 — Dolores del Río House
On Outpost Drive just north of Hillside Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Spanish Colonial revival style. Jesse R. Castendyck & Milton J. Black, architects. Built 1927. Declared 2021, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 1242, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m230353) HM
24 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1136 — Earl Carroll Theatre
On Sunset Boulevard at Argyle Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Sunset Boulevard.
Built 1938. Declared 2016, Cultural Heritage Commission Cultural Monument No. 1136.Map (db m231865) HM
25 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 36 — Egyptian TheatreHollywood Historic Site
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Las Palmas Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Sid Grauman's first Hollywood movie palace opened in 1922 with the premiere of Douglas Fairbanks' "Robin Hood". Egyptian "sentries" patrolled the roofline while "harem girls" ushered patrons to their seats. The Egyptian was the birthplace of the . . . Map (db m231678) HM
26 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 584 — Egyptian Theatre
On Hollywood Boulevard, 0.1 miles east of Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Egyptian revival style. Architects - Meyer & Holler. Built 1922. Declared 1993, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 584, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m163244) HM
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27 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 773 — El Cabrillo Condominiums
On Grace Avenue at Franklin Avenue, on the left when traveling south on Grace Avenue.
Circa 1927. Built by Cecil B. DeMille, Filmmaker. Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument #773. National Register of Historic Places.Map (db m231738) HM
28 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 42 — El Capitan Theatre6834 Hollywood Blvd — Hollywood Historic Site #42 —
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The most lavish of four Hollywood Blvd. theatres designed for live performances opened in 1926, featuring stars such as Joan Fontaine, Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., Lon Chaney, Jr., Buster Keaton, Clark Gable, Henry Fonda, Jason Robards and Will Rogers. . . . Map (db m167869) HM
29 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 495 — El Capitan Theatre& Office Building
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Spanish Baroque Revival style. Architects - Morgan, Walls & Clements. Built 1926. Declared 1990, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 495, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department. Contributing . . . Map (db m231756) HM
30 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Entertainment Industry’s Time Capsule
On Vine Street at Sunset Boulevard, on the right when traveling north on Vine Street.
On February 13, 2004, the Entertainment Industry's Time Capsule, buried on this world-famous corner since 1954, was opened to commemorate another 50 years of Hollywood history. It was on this block that Cecil B. DeMille directed Hollywood's . . . Map (db m231871) HM
31 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 165 — Fire Station 27Fire Department Museum
On Cahuenga Boulevard at Cole Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Cahuenga Boulevard.
Home of the Los Angeles Fire Department Museum and Memorial. Cultural Heritage Board Monument No.165. Fire Station No. 27, Italian Renaissance Revival style. Architect - Peter K. Schabarum. Built 1930. Declared . . . Map (db m175270) HM
32 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — First Emmy Awards
On Sunset Boulevard west of Wilcox Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
On this site on January 25, 1949, the first Emmy Awards and Telecast were presented by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences.Map (db m138345) HM
33 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1 — Garden Court Apartments7021 Hollywood Blvd — Hollywood Historic Site #1 —
On Hollywood Boulevard east of Sycamore Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
On this site, from 1919 to 1985, stood the Garden Court Apartments. The magnificent Italian Renaissance structure boasted Oriental carpets and baby grand pianos in every suite; also two lavish ballrooms, billiards room, tennis courts and . . . Map (db m231669) HM
34 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Gateway to Thai TownApsonsi - Thai Angel Statue
On Hollywood Boulevard just east of Western Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Presented to the people of Los Angeles by the Thai Community Development Center and the Thai Town Formation Committee, June 15, 2007, with funding from the Department of Public Works and the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Los Angeles. . . . Map (db m226381) HM
35 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 16 — Guaranty Building
On Hollywood Boulevard at Ivar Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard.
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 . . . Map (db m173414) HM
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36 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1254 — Hattie McDaniel1895-1952 — Hollywood Forever Cemetery —
On Santa Monica Blvd.
To honor her last wish. Renowned performer. Academy Award 1939 Gone With The Wind. "Aunt Hattie, you are a credit to your craft, your race, and to your family" Edgar GoffMap (db m82164) HM
37 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 235 — Henry Bollman House
On Ogden Drive north of Sunset Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Mayan Revival style. Textile Block construction. Frank Lloyd Wright, Jr., architect. Built 1921-1923. Declared 1980, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 235, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m231674) HM
38 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 291 — Highland Camrose Bungalow Village
On Camrose Drive at Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Camrose Drive.
Highland Camrose Bungalow Village is a unique example of working class housing in Hollywood during the early 20th century. It was developed between 1900 and 1924 during rapid growth in the Hollywood film industry. The original fourteen . . . Map (db m183372) HM
39 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Historic Library and Alumni MuseumHollywood High School — Originally built in 1910 —
On Highland Avenue near Sunset Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
The present Hollywood High Library was the schools first Auditorium. This historic building now stands as the oldest structure on campus and one of the oldest buildings in Hollywood. It also serves as the home of the HHS Alumni Association's . . . Map (db m231742) HM
40 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Hollywood & Vine
Near Hollywood Boulevard at Vine Street.
The Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District is listed in the national register of Historic Places. Comprised of more than one hundred buildings, the District extends along the boulevard from Argyle Avenue to Sycamore Avenue. . . . Map (db m143391) HM
41 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Hollywood & Vine
On Hollywood Boulevard at Vine Street, on the right when traveling east on Hollywood Boulevard.
The Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District is listed in the national register of Historic Places. Comprised of more than one hundred buildings, the District extends along the boulevard from Argyle Avenue to Sycamore Avenue. . . . Map (db m231846) HM
42 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Hollywood & Vine
On Vine Street at Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling north on Vine Street.
The Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District is listed in the national register of Historic Places. Comprised of more than one hundred buildings, the District extends along the boulevard from Argyle Avenue to Sycamore Avenue. . . . Map (db m231909) HM
43 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Hollywood & Vine
On Hollywood Boulevard at Vine Street, on the right when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard.
The Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District is listed in the national register of Historic Places. Comprised of more than one hundred buildings, the District extends along the boulevard from Argyle Avenue to Sycamore Avenue. . . . Map (db m231963) HM
44 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 462 — Hollywood American Legion Post 43
On Highland Avenue, 0.3 miles south of U.S. 101.
Built 1929, Egyptian Revival style, Westin & Westin, architects. Historic-Cultural Monument No. 462, declared November 3, 1989, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department. American Legion Hollywood Post . . . Map (db m170037) HM
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45 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 194 — Hollywood and Vine
On Hollywood Boulevard at Vine Street, on the right when traveling east on Hollywood Boulevard.
Hollywood was given its name by pioneers Mr. and Mrs. Horace H. Wilcox. They subdivided their ranch in 1887 and called two dirt cross-roads Prospect Avenue and Weyse Avenue. Prospect Avenue, the main artery, was renamed Hollywood Boulevard and Weyse . . . Map (db m167867) HM
46 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 35 — Hollywood Center BuildingHollywood Historic Site — Hollywood Blvd. at Cherokee —
On Hollywood Boulevard west of North Cherokee Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
The first home of the Screen Actors Guild was located here (1933 to 1936) in a one-room office on the second floor. The Writers Guild of America also had its first office here. "Albert Sheetz's Circus Café," a glamorous underground cocktail . . . Map (db m235279) HM
47 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 5 — Hollywood First National BankHollywood Historic Site — 6777 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard at Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Hollywood Boulevard.
When constructed in 1927, this was the tallest office building in Los Angeles. The architects, Meyer and Holler, also designed the Chinese Theatre. A fanciful combination of Gothic and Art Deco, the towering spire, buttresses, and motif of "the . . . Map (db m231709) HM
48 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Hollywood High School
On Highland Avenue near Sunset Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
Hollywood High School, circa 1904, is registered as a California Historic Landmark on October 28, 2011, and placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior on January 4, 2012. Dedicated . . . Map (db m231745) HM
49 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Hollywood High SchoolCirca 1904 — “Achieve the Honorable” —
On Highland Avenue at Hawthorn Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Highland Avenue.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.Map (db m231803) HM
50 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 277 — Hollywood Masonic Temple
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
Greek Revival style. Architect - John C. Austin. Built 1921. Declared 1984, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 277, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m231797) HM
51 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1130 — Hollywood Palladium
On Sunset Boulevard at Argyle Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Sunset Boulevard.
Built 1940. Declared 2016, Cultural Heritage Commission Cultural Monument No. 1130.Map (db m231866) HM
52 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 28 — Hollywood Plaza HotelHollywood Historic Site — 1637 Vine Street —
On Vine Street south of Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
One of four major hotels built in Hollywood in the 1920s. Jackie Gleason, Doris Day, and comedian Joe Frisco were one-time residents, as well as many movie and vaudeville actors who were performing locally. Once housed one of . . . Map (db m231852) HM
53 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 46 — Hollywood Professional Building7046 Hollywood Blvd. — Hollywood Historic Site #46 —
On Hollywood Boulevard at Sycamore Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard.
This building comprised five stories when it was built by prominent Hollywood developer C.E. Toberman (referred to in his day as "Mr. Hollywood") in 1925. In 1928, he added the final stories to the Gothic-style structure. The Academy of Motion . . . Map (db m231670) HM
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54 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 421 — Hollywood ReservoirMulholland Dam
Near Weidlake Drive, 0.4 miles north of Deep Dell Place, on the left when traveling north.
Hollywood Reservoir Capacity 2,500,000,000 gallons. Maximum depth of water 183 feet. Mulholland Dam Work started August 1923. Dam completed December 1924. 172,000 cubic yards of concrete. Elevation of . . . Map (db m167864) HM
55 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 44 — Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel7000 Hollywood Blvd — Hollywood Historic Site #44 —
On Hollywood Blvd at North Orange Drive, on the right when traveling east on Hollywood Blvd.
Built in 1927 by a group of celebrities that included Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbanks and Louis B. Mayer. Site of the first Academy Awards in 1929. A hideaway for Clark Gable and Carol Lombard. Marilyn Monroe did her first commercial shoot by the . . . Map (db m167870) HM
56 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 111 — Hollywood SignThe Sign and The City
Near Mulholland Drive, 0.7 miles west of Cahuenga Boulevard, on the left when traveling west.
Like many chapters in the history of Los Angeles, the Hollywood sign began as a real estate promotion. A gigantic billboard was commissioned in 1923 to promote the development called “Hollywoodland.” Mules hauled telegraph poles, sheet metal, . . . Map (db m177227) HM
57 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 39 — Hollywood TheatreHollywood Historic Site — 6764 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard near Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
This was originally the Hollywood Theatre, the second movie house in Hollywood and oldest still standing. It was remodeled to its Art Deco appearance in 1938. At the time it opened in 1913, general admission was 10 cents, loge seats were . . . Map (db m231707) HM
58 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Hollywood Tower1929
On Franklin Avenue east of Argyle Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Sophisticated living for film luminaries during the "golden age" of Hollywood. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the U.S. Department of Interior.Map (db m231561) HM
59 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 554 — Hollywood’s First Major Film Company StudioLasky-DeMille Barn
Near North Highland Avenue south of California Route 101, on the left when traveling south.
One-half of this structure, then in use as a barn, was rented by Cecil B. DeMille as the studio in which was made the first feature-length motion picture in Hollywood, “The Squaw Man”, in 1913. It was originally located at the corner of Selma and . . . Map (db m118836) HM
60 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Home of John Lautner
On El Cerrito Place north of Franklin Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Home of John Lautner, a premier American architect, from 1975 until his death October 24, 1994.Map (db m232577) HM
61 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1238 — Howard Hughes Headquarters
Near Romaine Street at Orange Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Art Deco style. Myers Brothers, builder. Built 1930-31. Declared 2021. Significant as an excellent example of an entertainment industry support service building in Hollywood. Historic-Cultural Monument No. 1238, Cultural Heritage . . . Map (db m231369) HM
62 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 10 — Janes HouseHollywood Historic Site
On Hollywood Boulevard, 0.3 miles east of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
Built in 1903, this is the last remaining Victorian home on Hollywood Blvd. It is typical of the mansions along the Boulevard in the early 1900s, before the street became a bustling commercial district. From 1911 to 1926, the three Janes sisters . . . Map (db m183094) HM
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63 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 23 — Jesse L. Lasky Feature Play Co.Hollywood Historic Site — S.E. Corner of Vine St. at Selma Ave. —
On Vine Street just south of Selma Avenue, on the left when traveling south.
This is the site where the first feature-length motion picture was filmed in Hollywood. Cecil B. DeMille, Jesse Lasky, and Samuel Goldfish rented a horse barn/film studio on this site in 1913 for the production of "The Squaw Man". Produced on a . . . Map (db m231858) HM
64 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 303 — John C. Fremont Library
On Melrose Avenue at June Street, on the right when traveling west on Melrose Avenue.
John C. Fremont Library, completed May, 1927, M.L. Barker, architect. Significant Cultural Landmark, Windsor Square-Hancock Park Historical Society.Map (db m233956) HM
65 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 15 — Knickerbocker HotelHollywood Historic Site — 1714 Ivar Avenue —
On Ivar Avenue north of Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Built as a luxury apartment house in 1925, this later became a hotel. Its Lido Room was a popular hang out. Rudolph Valentino was often seen here dancing the tango. In 1954, Marilyn Monroe would sneak through the kitchen to meet her future husband, . . . Map (db m235258) HM
66 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Lasky-DeMille Barn
On North Highland Avenue north of Milner Road, on the right when traveling north.
The Barn was built in 1901 for agricultural use. In 1912, it was adapted for motion picture production in Hollywood. The exterior of the building interprets its important adaptation for a succession of motion picture production functions, retracing . . . Map (db m189633) HM
67 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Lasky-DeMille Barn
Near Highland Avenue north of Milner Road, on the right when traveling north.
The Barn was built in 1901 for agricultural use. In 1912, it was adapted for motion picture production in Hollywood. The exterior of the building interprets its important adaptation for a succession of motion picture production functions, retracing . . . Map (db m189635) HM
68 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Lasky-DeMille Barn
On Highland Avenue just north of Milner Road, on the right when traveling north.
The Barn was built in 1901 for agricultural use. In 1912, it was adapted for motion picture production in Hollywood. The exterior of the building interprets its important adaptation for a succession of motion picture production functions, . . . Map (db m189638) HM
69 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Lasky-DeMille Barn
On Highland Avenue just north of Milner Road, on the right when traveling north.
The Barn was built in 1901 for agricultural use. In 1912, it was adapted for motion picture production in Hollywood. The exterior of the building interprets its important adaptation for a succession of motion picture production functions, . . . Map (db m189639) HM
70 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Los Angeles DodgersAward of Excellence
On Hollywood Boulevard just west of Highland Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
For 50 years, the Los Angeles Dodgers have not only led the league in wins, pennants, world championships, and attendance, they have been an agent for social change and a unifier of fans from all walks of life.Map (db m170021) HM
71 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 41 — Max Factor Building
On Highland Avenue south of Hollywood Boulevard, on the left when traveling south.
Max Factor, a Russian immigrant, pioneered screen make up for which he received a special Academy Award in 1929. He opened the Max Factor Hollywood Makeup Studio in 1928, where he taught Hollywood stars such as Lana Turner, Rita Hayworth, . . . Map (db m167871) HM
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72 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 867 — Mayfair Apartments
On Wilcox Avenue north of Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Mayfair Apartments & Rooftop Neon Sign, Mediterranean Revival style. William Allen, architect. Built 1925. Declared 2007, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 867, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m230064) HM
73 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Montecito Apartments
On Franklin Avenue at Cherokee Avenue, on the left when traveling west on Franklin Avenue.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.Map (db m231529) HM
74 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Morgan Camera Shop
On Sunset Boulevard at Argyle Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Sunset Boulevard.
For over fifty years the Morgan Camera Shop was a fixture of the Hollywood community. Completed in 1938 at 6260-62 Sunset Boulevard, it was built for owner Gilbert Morgan, a specialist in "miniature photography," an emerging technology utilizing . . . Map (db m231848) HM
75 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 8 — Musso and Frank GrillHollywood Historic Site — 6667 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard west of North Cherokee Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Hollywood's oldest restaurant opened at this location in 1919. Columnists Hedda Hopper and Louella Parsons conducted interviews here, and Charlie Chaplin was also a frequent visitor. Writers such as Dash Hammet, Ernest Hemingway, Aldous Huxley, F. . . . Map (db m235274) HM
76 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 842 — Ojai Apartments
On Whitley Avenue at Padre Terrace, on the left when traveling north on Whitley Avenue.
Mediterranean Revival style, Frank H. Webster, architect. Built 1927. Declared 2006, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 842, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m181162) HM
77 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 30 — Owl Drug/Julian MedicalHollywood Historic Site — 6380 - 6384 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard at Cahuenga Boulevard on Hollywood Boulevard.
Part of the original 160 acres that was owned by Harvey Henderson Wilcox and his wife, Daeida, that they named "Hollywood." After his death, Daeida Wilcox married into the Beveridge family, a member of which commissioned this building in . . . Map (db m231861) HM
78 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Paramount PicturesVeterans Memorial — Bronson Gate —
Near Melrose Avenue at Bronson Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Of the 681 Paramount men and women who ventured their lives in World War II, the following named eleven died in service. To record our praise of their unselfish devotion, to preserve the memory of their heroic sacrifice, to confirm the . . . Map (db m209604) HM WM
79 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Radio Recorders7000 Santa Monica Blvd.
On Orange Drive at Santa Monica Boulevard, on the right when traveling south on Orange Drive.
The studio was built by RCA Victor in 1928 & has recorded Elvis Presley, Stevie Wonder, the Beach Boys, Nat "King" Cole & Bing Crosby.Map (db m204730) HM
80 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 31 — Raymond Chandler SquareHollywood Blvd at Cahuenga
On Hollywood Boulevard at Cahuenga Boulevard, on the left when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard.
Gangsters, showgirls, filthy rich women, scam artists and a savvy private detective by the name of Philip Marlowe haunt this intersection. They were the characters in a series of mystery novels written by Raymond Chandler, who designated a . . . Map (db m231667) HM
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81 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — Rock Walk
On Sunset Boulevard, 0.5 miles west of La Brea Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
To those whose music continues to echo through the decades, to those whose foresight and pioneering efforts have made a lasting creative contribution, and to those whose inventive spirit and innovations have forged the raw material from which . . . Map (db m231677) HM
82 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 917 — Roland E. Hill House
On Bennett Drive, 0.3 miles south of Cahuenga Boulevard.
Roland E. Hill, Architect of Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle, built this home for his parents. Built 1926. Declared 2008, Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument No. 917, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m164141) HM
83 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 33 — S.H. Kress Department StoreHollywood Historic Site — 6608 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Whitley Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Built in 1935 in the Art Deco style as a S.H. Kress Department Store. In 1947, Frederick Mellinger moved his lingerie business, Frederick's of Fifth Avenue, from New York, to its new West Coast location here, creating Frederick's of Hollywood. He . . . Map (db m235262) HM
84 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 130 — Samuel-Novarro House1928
On Valley Oak Drive north of Verde Oak Drive, on the right when traveling north.
An Art Deco masterpiece reflecting a great era of Hollywood cinema. Declared Historic Cultural Monument No.130 by the Cultural Heritage Board, Municipal Arts Department, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m169769) HM
85 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 14 — Security Trust and SavingsHollywood Historic Site — 6381 - 6385 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard at Cahuenga Boulevard, on the left when traveling east on Hollywood Boulevard.
This imposing Italian Renaissance Revival structure with its Romanesque window arches was built in 1920. It was a power center of the entertainment industry and is still used by the industry today. Wyatt Earp, Charlie Chaplin, the Three Stooges, . . . Map (db m231701) HM
86 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 22 — Site of the Vine Street Brown Derby
On Vine Street, 0.1 miles south of Hollywood Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
The most famous Hollywood restaurant of its day, the Brown Derby opened Valentine's Day, 1929. Owner Robert Cobb was also the inventor of the Cobb Salad. He originated furnishing telephones at tables during mealtime. Celebrities’ popularity was . . . Map (db m167873) HM
87 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 21 — Taft BuildingHollywood Historic Site — 1680 Vine Street —
On Vine Street at Hollywood Boulevard, on the left when traveling south on Vine Street.
Hollywood's first high rise office building (1924) provided office space for such famous personalities as Will Rogers. The offices of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences were here from 1935 to 1945. In the 1940s, legend has it that Clark . . . Map (db m231851) HM
88 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 666 — Taft BuildingAnd Neon Sign
On Vine Street at Hollywood Boulevard, on the left when traveling south on Vine Street.
Renaissance revival style. Walker and Eisen, architect. Built 1923. Declared 1999, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 666, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m219932) HM
89 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 521 — Taggart House
On East Live Oak Drive east of Ponet Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Expressionist Modern style. Architect - Lloyd Wright. Built 1922. Declared 1991, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 521, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m231779) HM
90 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 26 — TAV Celebrity TheaterHollywood Historic Site — 1529-1559 N. Vine Street —
On Vine Street south of Selma Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Originally the Hollywood Recreation Building which housed a bowling alley, it became the site of one of radio's most popular audience participation shows in the 30s and 40s - Tom Breneman's "Breakfast in Hollywood". Frank Sinatra broadcast the . . . Map (db m231857) HM
91 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 435 — The Andalusia
On Havenhurst Drive just south of Sunset Boulevard, on the right when traveling south.
The Andalusia is listed in the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior, Arthur & Nina Zwebell, architects, Oct. 4, 1926.Map (db m231673) HM
92 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 4 — The Beginnings of HollywoodSelma Avenue & Vine Street — A Site of Historic Importance —
On Vine Street at Selma Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Vine Street.
This location - Selma Avenue near Vine Street - served as the Headquarters for the Paramount Film Company when, in 1916, Laskey merged companies with Adolph Zukor. Paramount remains the oldest film company within the geographical location of . . . Map (db m238896) HM
93 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 34 — The Cherokee BuildingHollywood Historic Site — 6646 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard at North Cherokee Avenue on Hollywood Boulevard.
The Cherokee Building was Hollywood's first drive-in business. It catered specifically to the automobile by having a large motor entrance at the rear of the building where motorists could park, then walk through a Spanish courtyard complete with a . . . Map (db m235280) HM
94 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 38 — The Christie HotelHollywood Historic Site — 6724 Hollywood Blvd. —
On Hollywood Boulevard at McCadden Place, on the left when traveling west on Hollywood Boulevard.
Built in 1922, the Christie Hotel was the first of Hollywood's luxury hotels. It offered a stylish innovation, private baths, a first in the community. The Georgian-styled architecture is not common to this area. Arthur B. Kelley was the . . . Map (db m231703) HM
95 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 801 — The Courtyard Apartments
On La Baig Avenue, 0.1 miles north of Sunset Boulevard, on the right when traveling north.
Mid-century Modern style. Craig Ellwood, designer. Built 1953. Declared 2005, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 801, Cultural Heritage Commission, City of Los Angeles.Map (db m210101) HM
96 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — The El Capitan TheatreHollywood
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Highland Avenue, on the left when traveling west.
The El Capitan Theatre was originally built as a legitimate theatre by developer Charles E. Toberman, (who also developed the nearby Egyptian Theatre and the Chinese Theatre); and designed by renowned theatre architects G. Albert Lansberg . . . Map (db m231827) HM
97 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — The First Feature FilmSelma Avenue & Vine Street
On Selma Avenue east of Vine Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Squaw Man — a six reel western melodrama — is the first feature length film to be shot literally in Hollywood. Several of the scenes were filmed in the Lasky Barn on this location. It was first released in 1914. DeMille successfully . . . Map (db m240150) HM
98 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 617 — The Hollywood CrossHollywood Pilgrimage Memorial Monument
Near Cahuenga Boulevard East at Cahuenga Terrace, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the memory of Christine Witherall Stevenson. Erected 1923. Declared 1995, Historic-Cultural Monument No. 617, City of Los Angeles, Cultural Heritage Commission, Cultural Affairs Department.Map (db m230075) HM
99 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — The Hollywood Reporter
On Hollywood Boulevard west of Orange Drive, on the right when traveling east.
The first entertainment trade paper founded in Hollywood, California September 3, 1930Map (db m32462) HM
100 California, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, Hollywood — 1 — The Honorable Edmund D. EdelmanSupervisor, Third District — Serving from 1974 - 1994 —
On Highland Avenue, 0.7 miles north of Hollywood Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
Edmund D. Edelman was first elected to the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors in 1974, following a distinguished nine-year career on the Los Angeles City Council and prior public service in Washington, D.C.; Sacramento; and the U.S. Navy. . . . Map (db m146509) HM

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