Johnny Grant Building
Johnny Grant Building | |
Renaissance Revival | |
| Part of | Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District (ID85000704) |
|---|---|
| Designated CP | April 4, 1985 |
Johnny Grant Building, also known as Arthur Murray, is a historic two-story building located at 7024 W.
History
7024 W. Hollywood Blvd. was built in 1919 by
Arthur Murray Dance Studio,[1] with the building sometimes called Arthur Murray due to its second second-floor tenant.[2] Gypsy Rose Lee rehearsed in this studio in the 1930s, while performing in downtown's Paramount Theatre.[1]
In 1984, the Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District was added to the National Register of Historic Places, with Arthur Murray listed as a contributing property in the district.[2]
In 1995, the building was named Johnny Grant Building in honor of
Hollywood's longtime honorary mayor, Walk of Fame chairman, and good will ambassador Johnny Grant.[1]
Architecture and design
Johnny Grant Building was constructed of
arched windows.[2]
See also
References
- ^ a b c d "The Johnny Grant Building - Hollywood Historic Site". Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e "Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District". United States Department of the Interior - National Park Service. April 4, 1985.