Editorial Editorial Creative (RM) Creative (RF) Creative-APStock NFL Content NFL AP Content Advanced search Advanced Search X Advanced Search Back to search results Hollywood Sign 1978 Overview Get price Workmen prepare to lower the last letter in the famed "Hollywood" sign that has stood in the Hollywood Hills overlooking Los Angeles since the 1920s, on Aug. 11, 1978. The old sign, made from telephone poles and plywood, had gradually succumbed to high winds and dry rot and is to be replaced with a new one. The new sign is being financed by several fund raising projects. (AP Photo/Wally Fong) Use Information This content is intended for editorial use only. For other uses, additional clearances may be required. ID: 435112646794 Creation Date: August 11, 1978 12:00:00 AM Submission Date: January 16, 2015 04:15:24 PM Photographer: Wally Fong Source: AP Credit: ASSOCIATED PRESS Special Instructions: 301255 - COPYNEG Resolution: 3125 x 2086 5.73 MB Location: Los Angeles, CALIFORNIA, United States Transmission Reference: APHS462574 Byline Title: STF Caption Writer: XSC Usage Notes: This content is intended for editorial use only. For other uses, additional clearances may be required. X Message Box Cancel Ok No Yes