Roadside Giants

Look up for a visit with Southern California’s roadside giants, from towering dinosaurs to oversized figures built to catch the eye of passing motorists.

Roadside Men

Meet Southern California’s roadside men, where muffler carriers and rooftop figures once stood ready to point out a business. Some had quite a wardrobe for a day spent outdoors.

Roadside Characters

Take a look at the unusual characters found along Southern California’s streets, from a ballerina clown to other familiar figures that make a drive worth a second look.

Roadside Bears

Follow the bear trail through old automotive signs and roadside figures. These familiar shop mascots offered motorists a toothy reminder that brake and wheel service was just ahead.

Signage Icons

Explore Southern California’s oversized advertising icons, where a familiar object could announce a business before drivers ever read its name. Sometimes the shape said it all.

Roadside Art

Keep an eye out for Southern California’s roadside art, from decorated storefronts to unexpected creations that turn an ordinary building into something worth stopping to see.

Spotlight on Hollywood

Take a trip through Hollywood’s roadside scenery, from glowing tavern signs to familiar theatres and neighborhood landmarks. There’s plenty to see beyond the names on the marquee.