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Marilyn Monroe: The Exhibit Hollywood Legend
Hollywood, CA, May 21, 2013 - “Marilyn Monroe:
The Exhibit - Hollywood Legend,” back by popular demand at The Hollywood Museum, celebrates the fabled actress’ life, opened
with the nation’s largest exhibit of authentic memorabilia (including new
acquisitions) presenting an intimate look at her life and legacy. If alive, Marilyn would be 87 years
old and her legendary image still lives on as superstar and ultimate icon of
glamour and beauty. The scope of the exhibition, co sponsored by The Hollywood Reporter, encompasses Marilyn
Monroe’s costumes, jewelry, furs and accessories from her films; publicity
gowns and personal wardrobe; her 1961 Fleetwood Cadillac limousine given as a
gift from Darryl Zanuck; original Marilyn Monroe artwork, photographs and documents
from her private files; furniture from her final home in Brentwood; and many of
Marilyn’s personally owned artifacts. The Hollywood Museum, in the Historic Max Factor
Building, is located at 1660 N. Highland Ave. in the heart of Hollywood.