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The Griffith Observatory: The Story of an L.A. Icon
Discover the Griffith Observatory, one of L.A.’s greatest cultural attractions, a national leader in public astronomy, and a beloved gathering place for visitors and Angelenos alike.
L.A. Story Spotlight: Donelle Dadigan
Visitors should set aside at least an hour to explore the museum, which includes Max Factor’s world-famous make-up rooms, where Marilyn Monroe became a blonde and Lucille Ball became everyone’s favorite redhead. Displays include everything from Max Factor’s unique “Beauty Calibration Machine” to Monroe’s million-dollar dress and Hannibal Lecter’s cell from The Silence of the Lambs.
“My mother was an educator, my father was an educator, and I was an educator,” says Dadigan. “So my mother and I, we realized - harkening back to our times of being school teachers - that the best way for us to get our children and our students to be interested in the subject that we were teaching was that we had to entertain them. If we entertain them, they couldn’t help but open their minds to what they were being taught.”
She continues, “So we felt if we take that component and put it in a museum, showcasing what we think is the number one export of Los Angeles - Hollywood - we couldn’t help but have an opportunity for visitors from all the around the world to come and see this.”
L.A. Story Spotlight: Carol Watkins
Carol Watkins, aka the "Queen of Press Junkets," has been Director of Entertainment Sales at the Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills since 1987.
L.A. Story Spotlight: Bricia Lopez
Bricia Lopez is a quintessential modern Angeleno: she’s a first generation immigrant who grew up in Los Angeles, a business owner, and a cultural ambassador who explores and experiences L.A. with the enthusiasm of a first-time visitor.
Los Angeles Times Festival of Books: April 21-22, 2018
The 23rd annual Los Angeles Times Festival of Books is taking place at the University of Southern California (USC) on Saturday and Sunday, April 21-22.
Ten Masterpieces You Wouldn't Expect to Find in Los Angeles
For those seeking masterpieces of art, Los Angeles is a must-see destination filled with cultural treasures from around the world. Many of these iconic works are unexpectedly in Los Angeles, from Van Gogh’s Irises and Diego Rivera’s Flower Day to The Thinker and The Blue Boy.
Top 10 Must Sees & Hidden Gems of the Space Shuttle Endeavour
To help you make the most of your visit to the Space Shuttle Endeavour, Dr. Kenneth E. Phillips of the California Science Center shares his ten must sees and hidden gems of the Endeavour experience.
Browse L.A.'s World-Class Libraries
Los Angeles libraries are among the most renowned in the country, featuring incredibly rare editions, important historical archives, and unique collections found nowhere else.
Go On Location: Mad Men Locations in Los Angeles
The Emmy® and Golden Globe® Award-winning AMC TV series Mad Men takes place in the high-powered advertising world of 1960s Manhattan and in later seasons the bohemian vibe of Los Angeles as well. The show’s main sets were located in Los Angeles and many of the on-location scenes were filmed in the L.A. area. To celebrate one of the most acclaimed TV series in history, we round up the top Mad Men locations in Los Angeles. Follow our guide and imagine you're closing a deal with Don Draper or having a drink with Peggy Olson.
The Greatest Moments in STAPLES Center History
Since its opening, STAPLES Center has been the site of Lakers and Sparks championships, the Kings Stanley Cup, and thousands of memorable concerts and special events. Read on for some of the greatest moments in STAPLES Center history.