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THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN TURNS 100 YEARS OLD
This summer we are celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Hollywood sign so we are headed to “the movies”. Whether you are creating a video, using video to learn, or watching films to better understand the experiences of others, this summer PD has something for you.
Q1: What year was the Hollywood sign created?
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A: 1923
Q2: How much did the original sign cost?
A: $21,000
Q3: How long was the original sign supposed to stay up?
A: One and a half years. It was originally a “billboard” for a real estate development called Hollywoodland.
Q4: Who built the sign?
A: The sign was built by Los Angeles Times publisher, Harry Chandler, who was also the real estate developer for Hollywoodland.
Q5: How large is the sign?
A: Each letter is 30 feet wide and 43 feet tall. The letters are constructed from 3x9 metal squares on an intricate frame of scaffolding, metal pipes, wires, and telephone poles.
