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Hollywood’s first 50 years, until the freeway changed history — and defined the future


Why the Hollywood Sign Once Had a Pool
In the 1940s, Don Lee's experimental television station operated from the top of the Hollywood Sign.
Jun 30


Mysterious “H” in the Hollywood Hills Explained
In the 1920s, there was another “H” west of the Hollywoodland sign.
Jun 16


Father & Son Hollywoodland Homes
Like father, like son: Frederick and Roderick Burnham built neighboring hilltop homes in Hollywoodland in 1926.
Jul 23, 2024


Wolf’s Lair: Hollywood’s Famous Castle
Wolf’s Lair is a Hollywood storybook castle with quite a legendary tale.
Mar 6, 2024


Hollywood’s Hidden Storybook Cottage
Go inside the whimsical storybook cottage at 2244 Vista Del Mar Avenue in the Hollywood Hills.
Jan 10, 2024


Beachwood Canyon Artistic Apartments
In 1925, Hollywood pioneers John and Delia Hill built the Moorish apartment house at 2260 Beachwood Drive.
Dec 29, 2023
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