Historic signs
Historic Sign Poles
The Hollywood Historic Trust’s Signpole Program features 47 vibrant historical markers throughout Hollywood, showcasing legendary landmarks like the Chinese Theatre and Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel alongside vanished gems such as the original Brown Derby restaurant and birthplace of the Hot Fudge Sundae. These markers illuminate the district’s rich heritage that made Hollywood the entertainment capital of the world. Explore our gallery to experience the complete collection of historic sites that shaped Hollywood’s golden era.
Hollywood Professional Building
7046 Hollywood Blvd.
This five-story building, designed by architect Richard D. King, was built by Hollywood pioneer developer C.E. Toberman in 1925. In...
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The Johnny Grant Building
7018-7024 Hollywood Blvd.
In 1995, this building was named in honor of Johnny Grant, Hollywood’s longtime and beloved honorary mayor, Walk of Fame...
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Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel
7000 Hollywood Blvd.
The construction of the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, completed in 1927, was led by a group of celebrities headed by Douglas...
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Hollywood Masonic Temple
6840 Hollywood Blvd.
The Masonic Temple, a Neoclassical Revival design built in 1921, was the work of John C. Austin, who also designed...
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El Capitan Theatre
6834 Hollywood Blvd.
The El Capitan Theatre, the most lavish of four on Hollywood Blvd. designed for live performances, opened in 1926. It...
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Max Factor Building
1668 North Highland Ave.
In 1928, legendary Hollywood make-up artist Max Factor purchased this building, designed by architect S. Charles Lee in the Hollywood...
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C.E. Toberman Co. Building
6780 Hollywood Blvd.
Originally a four-story building, a classical façade was added in the 1920s. In 1935, the top three stories were removed...
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Hollywood Theatre
6764 Hollywood Blvd.
The Hollywood Theatre was the second movie house to open on Hollywood Boulevard and is the oldest still standing. The...
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The Christie Hotel
6724 Hollywood Blvd.
Built in 1922 by Haldane H. Christie, a pioneering auto parts manufacturer who moved to L.A. and became a Hollywood...
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