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Hollywood Museum - History, Location & Key Facts 2022

The Basics

Located in the heart of Hollywood, and just steps from major landmarks like the TCL Chinese Theatre and the Egyptian Theatre, the Hollywood Museum showcases a wide array of cinematic treasures. Collection highlights range from items once owned by Marilyn Monroe and Judy Garland to Hannibal Lecter’s jail cell set from The Silence of the Lambs. The rooms where stars like Joan Crawford and Katharine Hepburn were once “done up” by the legendary makeup artist Max Factor are a particular must-see.

The Hollywood Museum is included in the cost-saving Go Los Angeles Card. It’s also easy to plan your own visit as part of a neighborhood tour—book tickets online before you visit to make logistics stress-free.

Things to Know Before You Go

The Max Factor Building, which dates to 1935 and is known for its art deco design, is a landmark in its own right: be sure to admire its exterior.
Guided tours of the museum can be booked with two weeks’ notice.
The museum is a popular destination for movie buffs, history lovers, and architecture enthusiasts.
In addition to covering over 100 years of movie-making history, the museum also tells the history of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

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Nearby Hollywood Highlights

Want to further immerse yourself in the neighborhood’s cinematic ambiance? Must-see highlights like the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Madame Tussauds Hollywood are just steps away from the Hollywood Museum. Famous movie theaters like the TCL Chinese Theatre, Egyptian Theatre, and El Capitan Theatre are also moments away, should you wish to attend a screening.

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