Patt Morrison

columnist, Los Angeles Times

Patt Morrison on KCRW

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Hollywood Sign. It’s been at the center of scandals, PR stunts, and more during its time perched up on Mount Lee.

Hollywood Sign turns 100. Gimmicky nature reflects LA history

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Hollywood Sign. It’s been at the center of scandals, PR stunts, and more during its time perched up on Mount Lee.

from Greater LA

LA aficionados Patt Morrison and Fritz Coleman discuss where and how Angelenos can experience winter holiday charm despite the temperate weather.

Where to experience a White Christmas in LA

LA aficionados Patt Morrison and Fritz Coleman discuss where and how Angelenos can experience winter holiday charm despite the temperate weather.

from Greater LA

Since 1923, LA’s Roman-inspired stadium has hosted key moments in U.S. history, including Olympic Games, plus visits from international luminaries and U.S. presidents.

‘Nothing was going to be impossible’: The vision behind 100-year-old LA Coliseum

Since 1923, LA’s Roman-inspired stadium has hosted key moments in U.S. history, including Olympic Games, plus visits from international luminaries and U.S. presidents.

from Greater LA

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An audio folk story examining the tradition of Black watermelon long-haulers, who drive to farms in the South for watermelon and sell them in Black neighborhoods around the US.

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The new Hollywood Sign Digital Time Capsule is a place for everyone to submit art, photos, essays, and audio clips of what the iconic block letters mean to them.

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In the aftermath, LA Conservancy and others are navigating how to preserve history when the historical landmarks themselves are gone.

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As a girl, Dee Dee Keel ditched the doldrums of Venice for the thrills of Hollywood.

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