Bank Of America Building (Los Angeles)
History
The Bank of America Building was built in 1914 as a four-story apartment complex, with a Bank of America branch on the ground floor and apartments above. Charles E. Toberman was the developer.
In 1935, Morgan, Walls & Clements remodeled the building into a one-story Beaux Arts styled bank. This building, along with Hollywood First National across the street, anchored the corner of Hollywood and Highland. It features classical detailing, with a decorated frieze, projecting cornice, its entrance and windows recessed between Corinthian pilasters, and a flat roof with red tile at the parapet.
In 1984, the Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District was added to the National Register of Historic Places, with the Bank of America building listed as a contributing property in the district.
In 1992, a Ripley's Believe It or Not! Odditorium moved into the building, which remains open today and features a 20-foot model Tyrannosaurus rex bursting through the roof and chewing on a clock.
In 2001, the building was sold for $1.975 million.
References
- ^ "National Register of Historic Places Inventory Nomination Form - Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District". United States Department of the Interior - National Park Service. April 4, 1985.
- ^ "Early Views of Hollywood (1920 +)". Water and Power Associates. p. 2. Retrieved July 8, 2024.
- ^ "Angels Walk LA Self Guided Historic Trails - Hollywood" (PDF). City of Los Angeles. Retrieved June 24, 2024.
- ^ Frank Uhle. "Ripley Entertainment, Inc". encyclopedia.com. Retrieved July 29, 2024.
- ^ Gary Wayne. "Ripley's Believe It or Not! "Odditorium"". www.seeing-stars.com. Retrieved July 8, 2024.
- ^ "6778 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90028". PropertyShark. Retrieved July 16, 2024.
