Standing tall since December 8, 1923, the historical landmark initially displayed the word “Hollywoodland.” Harry Chandler originally constructed the sign for ... shots for movies and TV ...

Outside the gallery, a large Hollywoodland sign mural, red carpet and giant-sized ... Why is this the place that became the movie capital of the world that it still is today?

In fact, the Hollywood sign—which originally spelled out the word “Hollywoodland”—was actually put up as an ad to promote the burgeoning neighborhood. It was supposed to be temporary but ...