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Shade in the City

December 16, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, the real life Los Angeles locations that made up the noir universe of Raymond Chandler.

December 16, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Fox Plaza

December 13, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, the history behind the true star of Die Hard...

December 13, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Out of a Fairytale

December 07, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for Our Ventura Blvd, a brief history of the Little Brown Church in the Valley, whose doors have been open 24-hours a day for decades to all who seek shelter- even Republicans!

December 07, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Utopia By the Sea

December 06, 2019 by Hadley Meares

Loved writing THIS brief history of the exquisite NorCal utopian community of Sea Ranch for the exquisite Mohawk Maker Quarterly. Such a beautiful place.

December 06, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Tapping Into the Source

December 02, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for LAist, the groovy cult that helped bring healthy eating to Los Angeles.

December 02, 2019 /Hadley Meares

The Remarkable Roz Wyman

December 02, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for PBS SoCal, it was an absolute honor to interview the legendary Rosalind Wyman, political pioneer and the woman who brought the Dodgers to LA.

December 02, 2019 /Hadley Meares

A California Christmas

November 26, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, holiday glory days at LA area department stores.

November 26, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Elisa Lam

November 26, 2019 by Hadley Meares

I’ll be on the HLN Original Series “Real Life Nightmare” episode “Deadly Hotel Check-In” featuring the tragic case of Elisa Lam this Saturday, November 30, 2019, 8pm-9pm ET/PT. I make LOTS of quizzical faces like this!

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November 26, 2019 /Hadley Meares

The Past is History

November 25, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for The Hollywood Reporter, I speak to the lovely Robert Lacey, historical consultant to The Crown and author of the new book, “The Crown, the Official Companion: Volume 2.”

November 25, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Culver City Magic

November 21, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, a history of Culver Studios, where visionary mavericks made some of the greatest movies of all time.

November 21, 2019 /Hadley Meares

The Real Royals of Windsor

November 15, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for HISTORY, that time the British Royal Family helped invent reality TV. Thank you royal family 🙏!

November 15, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Angels Walk East Hollywood Markers

November 09, 2019 by Hadley Meares

Happy day! The Angels Walk LA historic markers I had the privilege to research and write are up! Next time you are in East Hollywood, take the time to learn a little bit about the people and institutions who made the neighborhood great!

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November 09, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Historic Eats

November 06, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS my latest for LAist, the centuries-long history behind some of Musso & Frank Grill’s strangest dishes. I could eat their jellied consommé all day!

November 06, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Walk on the Wild Side

November 06, 2019 by Hadley Meares

The Angels Walk LA East Hollywood Guidebooks I wrote are finally here! Shortly to be distributed in a metro or community center near you. This was such an inspiring, intense project to work on, and I can’t wait for others to get to explore the wonders of this richly historic and significant area. Historic markers coming soon!

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November 06, 2019 /Hadley Meares

A True American Hero

October 31, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for Biography, the beautiful, badass, utterly inspiring second act in the long, lived life of Harriet Tubman, a true American hero.

October 31, 2019 /Hadley Meares

The Storybook Style

October 31, 2019 by Hadley Meares

Just in time for All Hallows Eve- THIS, my latest for Curbed LA: A brief history of the twee and terrifying storybook style, an LA original with Hollywood fairy dust sprinkled on top.

October 31, 2019 /Hadley Meares

The Last Days of...

October 29, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for HISTORY, how the decadence of Versailles spurred on the French Revolution. Perhaps the present day White House should take some notes. 😊

October 29, 2019 /Hadley Meares

The Hardest Working Ghosts In Hollywood

October 25, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for The Hollywood Reporter, the hardest working ghosts in Hollywood!

October 25, 2019 /Hadley Meares

Griffith J Griffith Shot His Wife In The Face

October 22, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for KCET, the story I’ve wanted to write for 15 years: HOMETOWN HERO GRIFFITH J GRIFFITH SHOT HIS WIFE IN THE FACE AFTER BASICALLY STEALING HER INHERITANCE.

October 22, 2019 /Hadley Meares

What's In a Name?

October 20, 2019 by Hadley Meares

In THIS, my latest for Curbed LA, a brief history of some famous Los Angeles street names.

October 20, 2019 /Hadley Meares
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