The publication of Hollywood Heritage, a private, non-profit organiza- tion dedicated to preservation of the historic built envi- ronment in Hollywood and to education about the role of the early flim industry and its pioneers in shaping Hollywood’s history Summer 2014 www.hollywoodheritage.org Volume 33, Number 2 May Was National Preservation Month! or over two decades, the nation’s We met with members of the Sunset Committee in outreach, and produce edu- preservation organizations have cel- Square neighborhood association to devise cational materials. Febrated Preservation Month with a strategy for the completion of research The barn served as the starting point for tours, events, and outreach designed to for the purposes of becoming an HPOZ. a Valentino weekend tour. If you would showcase each community’s historic charac- Hollywood Heritage will supervise a re- like to set up group tours of the Museum, ter. Like many others, Hollywood Heritage search intern from USC to assist the group. they can be arranged, at a reduced admis- was very busy during May’s sion of $5 per person, by calling National Preservation Month. This (323) 874-2276. is how we celebrated: And although the Hollywood We presented an Evening @ Arts Council presented their Pres- the Barn about Jack Oakie and ervation Arts Awards just before Oakridge, his San Fernando Valley May, on April 25th, it can rightful- estate designed by Paul Williams. ly be part of our Preservation cel- We applauded the National ebration. The award for 2014 went Park Service as they chose to use to Hollywood Heritage co-founder the Lasky-DeMille Barn as their Christy Johnson McAvoy at their “weekly featured project” for 28th Annual Charlie Awards in the properties recently listed in the Blossom Room of the Hollywood National Register of Historic Plac- Roosevelt Hotel. Members of the es. Hollywood Heritage Board of Di- A plaque was unveiled at Hol- rectors were present along with lywood High School commemo- approximately 300 others to con- rating its listing on the National gratulate Mrs. McAvoy when she Register. This was a joint project received the award presented by of the Hollywood High Alumni Congressman Adam Schiff. Oth- Association and students from the er honorees at the luncheon were Leadership Class, under the su- the Hollywood Christmas Parade, pervision of our own co-founder recipient of the Entertainment Christy Johnson McAvoy. Award; Richard Sherman, recipi- We supported, along with the Los ent of the Music Arts Award; New Angeles Conservancy, a successful Filmmakers Los Angeles, recipient effort to have four staff members of the Cinema Arts Award; George restored to the City of Los Ange- Pennacchio, recipient of the Me- les Planning Department’s 2014- dia Arts Award; Pink’s, recipient 2015 budget to oversee the Office of the Culinary Arts Award; and of Historic Preservation, His- Open First Theater, recipient of toric Preservation Overlay Zone the Theater Arts Award. (HPOZ) program. See our letter Councilman Mitch O’Farrell presenting Hollywood Heritage founder and board Hollywood Heritage is proud under Preservation Issues: www. member Christy Johnson McAvoy with a Los Angeles City scroll. to be an active member of the na- HollywoodHeritage.org We obtained the services of Elizabeth tional preservation community. Needless We advised the developers of four pro- Canon to serve as a summer intern for the to say, we don’t confine our activities to posed projects on ways to use the Secretary Preservation Issues Committee. Ms. Can- just one month. We celebrate Hollywood’s of the Interior’s Standards. on will maintain the watch list, assist the unique resources year round. President’s Message Lasky-DeMille Centennial by Brian Cooper come after dinner and enjoy the comfortable am thrilled to viewing area. I recommend bringing a flash- report that this light and join us for two unforgettable eve- www.hollywoodheritage.org summer is going nings under the stars! I BOARD OF DIRECTORS to be a very special On June 12th I attended the wonderful one for Hollywood Heroes of Hollywood luncheon at the Taglyan Bryan Cooper, President Heritage. As part of Cultural Center. Judge Judy Sheindlin was Sue Slutzky, Vice President our continuing cele- honored along with the 2014 Heroes of Hol- bration of the Lasky- lywood: Jeff Anthony of Iron Mountain En- Mary Mallory, Secretary DeMille Centennial, tertainment Services, Denise DeCarlo and Tracy Terhune, Treasurer the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce will Betty Fraser, co-owners of Grub Restaurant/ be spotlighting the legacy of The Squaw Man As You Like It Catering, Jackie Goldberg of Amy Condit at a spectacular open house on July 1st. I Senior Star Power Productions, Marc Wana- Denise DeCarlo hope you’ll join us at the barn from 5:00pm maker of Bison Archives, Hollywood Arts Dr. Meredith Drake Reitan to 8:00pm for a host of indoor activities in- Council, and Starline Tours. Returning in Margot Gerber cluding presentations on the history of the his role as emcee was Robert Kovacik, an- John Girodo Barn and its survival as a National Landmark, chor of NBC4. But kudos must go to Denise as well as how pioneers Jesse Lasky and Cecil DeCarlo, who is on the board of Hollywood Randy Haberkamp B. DeMille paved the way for modern film- Heritage and continues to support the com- John Hillman making as we know it. We’ll be joined by ce- munity through her outreach, as well as for- Kevin Jordan lebrity speakers and local politicians who will mer Hollywood Heritage President Marc George Kiel all be there to honor this precious milestone. Wanamaker, whose preservation work and Christy Johnson McAvoy Outside we’ll also be taking over Hollywood knowledge of Hollywood history has made a Jonathan Nettler Bowl Lot “D” with a range of offerings in- huge difference in how the rest of the world cluding restaurant samplings, an ice cream views us. Finally, a big thank you must go to Chris Nichols station, signature cocktails, antique car and Stephen McAvoy, who paved the way for us Fran Offenhauser fire truck displays, photo stations, face paint- to be a Silver Sponsor for this year’s event. I Bill Roschen ing, games for kids, live music, silent film was very proud. Alan H. Simon recreations you can star in, drawings/give- There has been a lot of movement on the Beth Werling aways and much more! Admission is free for preservation front lately. Hollywood High Chamber and Hollywood Heritage members School has been officially designated a Na- Committees & Chairs in good standing, and includes two guests. tional Historic Landmark recently, as alumni Non-member price is $10 each and can be celebrated the Home of the Sheiks’ placement Finance & Development - Amy Condit purchased at the door on the day of the event. on the National Register of Historic Places. Museum - Richard Adkins Kids 10 and under are free. City officials, alumni, student volunteers, as Membership - Richard Adkins (acting chair) While the Hollywood Bowl is in session well as our own Christy McAvoy were on Hollywood Heritage will continue it’s pro- hand to unveil the bronze plaque during the Nominating - George Kiel gramming via the 27th Annual Silents Under celebration. And the Hollywood Heritage Preservation Issues - Dr. Meredith Drake Reitan the Stars Series at the Paramount Ranch in Preservation Issues Committee continues its Public Relations - Bryan Cooper Agoura Hills. This year we will be celebrat- stellar work with Kilroy Realty on the CBS/ ing 100 years of cinema’s most iconic char- Columbia Square Project, which is moving Publications - Alan H. Simon acter, Charlie Chaplin’s “little tramp,” with a Silent Society - Randy Haberkamp screening of several of his earliest comedies Mary Zickefoose on Sunday, July 20th at 8:00pm. Then on Director of Membership Development Sunday, August 17th at 7:30pm, you’ll have John Clifford an opportunity to see the Universal feature Newsletter and Webmaster film The Last Warning (1929) starring Laura La Plante, Montague Love and John Boles. Contributing to this issue with research, All screenings are on authentic 16mm projec- writing, proofing, editing, graphics or tors. And, there will be live musical accompa- photography are Richard Adkins, Bryan niment by Michael Mortilla. Tickets for this Cooper, John Girodo, Kevin Jordan, Mary series ($5 for Hollywood Heritage members Mallory, Christy McAvoy, Stephan McAvoy, and $6 for non-members, $3 for kids 12 to 3, Los Angeles City Councilmen Tom LaBonge and Mitch Alan Simon, Sue Slutzky, Mary Zickefoose. O’Farrell stand before the Hollywood High School National Hollywood Heritage Newsletter is published with those under 3, free) are only available Register plaque with Hollywood Heritage founder and quarterly by Hollywood Heritage, Inc., at the door, but there’s always enough room board member Christy Johnson McAvoy. P.O. Box 2586, Hollywood, CA 90078 for everyone, so bring your picnic dinner or 323 874-4005. 2 Hollywood Heritage Newsletter | Summer 2014 along nicely. As always, I ask that you continue to report Carla Laemmle to us any suspicious activities that may result in the demolition or alteration of a Holly- wood historic property. (1909 – 2014) I’ll be back again in the fall with a preview of all the exciting events that are currently in arla Laemmle, one of the last living more for his lesser known triumphs, as in the planning stages. In the meantime, thank links to the silent era, Hollywood the spirit and tenacity he displayed during you for supporting Hollywood Heritage and CHeritage supporter and frequent visi- his battle with Thomas Edison over un- don’t forget our catchy motto: “The Past is tor to our museum, passed away at her home just film license fees, a battle he eventual- Our Heritage, the Future Our Challenge, in Los Angeles.