Lasky--DeMille Barn
historic place
The Lasky--DeMille Barn, located in Los Angeles County, is a significant historic place. It was originally built in 1901 for agricultural use, situated at Selma Avenue and Vine Street. In 1912, the barn was adapted for motion picture production. Here, in December 1913, Cecil B. DeMille, along with Jesse Lasky and Samuel Goldwyn, made 'The Squaw Man.' This film became Hollywood's first feature-length motion picture. The barn was later moved in 1927 to the Paramount Studio lot on Melrose Avenue. On the lot, it served various purposes, including a Western backlot location and a studio gymnasium. The structure was designated California State Historic Landmark No. 554 in 1956. Today, this historic barn houses the Hollywood Heritage Museum, offering visitors a look into the early film industry. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. The Lasky--DeMille Barn remains the oldest surviving motion picture production building in Hollywood.