MARILYN MONROE: HOLLYWOOD ICON

Start

May 31

End

February 28

Cost

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Council District

City Council District 4

Event Series Dates

May 31 – February 28, 2027, Wednesdays – Mondays, 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Event Schedule

February 2027

  • Sunday 28th 12:00 PM

An exhibition that will celebrate Marilyn Monroe—born on June 1, 1926—as a visionary actor and image-maker, examining the ways she shaped her public image in the context of the Hollywood studio system. Presenting hundreds of original objects, including posters, portraits, photographs, letters, and rarely seen personal materials—many of which will be on display for the first time.

Upcoming Events

June 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm -
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$0.00 - $7.00

Hollyhock House Tours

Experience the interior of Hollyhock House at your own pace with a self-guided tour. Docents are on hand to provide information and answer questions.

June 15 @ 12:00 am - 11:59 pm -
The Ford,

2580 Cahuenga Blvd East
Los Angeles, CA 90068
United States

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THE FORD 2026 SUMMER SEASON

The historic Ford Theatre presents a summer season of music, dance, theatre, film, and family events in its 1,200- seat outdoor amphitheater. Picnicking is encouraged! Food and beverages are available for purchase on site.

June 14 @ 10:00 am - 9:00 pm -
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GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE X CAMP

A family destination featuring an immersive Gabby’s Dollhouse experience, hands-on fun at the Slime Bar, and a Craft Studio where visitors can design plush pillows, paint ceramics, and more. The store also offers curated toys, books, and gifts for the whole family.

June 14 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm -
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STORIES FROM THE LIBRARY: LOOKING TO LEARN

Examine diverse instructional and educational materials for children from the late 18th through the early 20th century.

June 18 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm -
Free

HEAVY METAL

This group exhibition examines sculpture and large-scale abstraction through a contemporary lens, revisiting the legacy of formalism while confronting themes such as colonial histories, memory, and the natural environment. Artists employ diverse materials and approaches to reconsider monumentality and spatial relationships.