Architect John Elgin Woolf’s work defined luxury living for Hollywood’s famous. He became a master of the Hollywood Regency style, creating glamorous homes for figures including Katharine Hepburn, Judy Garland, Mae West, and John Wayne. Take this self-guided architectural trail curated by filmmaker and journalist Matt Tyrnauer.
JOHN ELGIN WOOLF: MASTER OF THE HOLLYWOOD REGENCY
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Upcoming Events
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R+J at the Hollywood Fringe
“Two households, both alike in dignity / In Verona Beach, CA where we lay our scene . . .” Witness R+J, a modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Retaining Shakespeare’s words, this production focuses on the issues facing queer youth in our society.
$15
Victorian Christmas
Christmas Holiday display of our finest antiques, Santa Clauses, angels, choir boys, and village scenes that depict Dickens’s Victorian Christmas. Our Christmas tree will be decorated with our collection of antique ornaments and there will be a display of vintage Christmas cards.
$8
Tour of the Historic Lanterman House
Discover the architectural charm of the Lanterman House, a historic site surrounded by patios and featuring thirty-two French doors. Guided tours, led by knowledgeable docents, last about 75 minutes and start from the Visitor Center. The venue offers free parking, but note that the house is not air-conditioned. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month at 1:00 p.m.
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Blue Note Jazz Festival 2025
Our non-stop two-day celebration returns with a new partner: Blue Note! It’s a party like no other featuring some of the best in jazz and more! The full lineup will include Grace Jones, The Isley Brothers, WILLOW, De La Soul, and other artists. Additional Artists: Other artists include Derrick Hodge, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Bill Charlap, Keyon Harrold, Lakecia Benjamin, Pedrito Martinez, Brandon Woody, and more.
$15
STORRIER STEARNS JAPANESE GARDEN
This Japanese garden features a light hill-scape, pond, cascading 25-foot waterfall, and a formal teahouse designed by Kinzuchi Fujii. The garden is considered by many to be a masterwork, demonstrating the adaptability of Japanese culture in modern America. Fridays and Saturdays, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m., Sundays 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. $15, Register in advance at the website