When the famous "Hollywood" sign fell into disrepair in 1978, various entertainers agreed to buy a letter for $27,777.77. Gene bought the first "L."

News Archive: 2007

Lunchtime Learnin' at the Autry National Center

The Second Tuesday of the Month
July through October

Spend your lunch hour learning something new about Gene Autry with Lunchtime Learnin' at the Autry National Center. Enjoy a highlight tour by a museum curator or educator that is just enough to whet your appetite and leave you hungry for more! Before or after the tour you are invited to bring your own lunch, or grab a bite from the Museum's Café, and picnic in the courtyard.

What: Lunchtime Learnin' – A highlight tour by a curator or educator at the Autry National Center.
Where: The Autry National Center's Museum of the American West. Meet in the lobby.
When: The Second Tuesday of the Month, July through October 12:30 PM to 12:45 PM
Cost: Free with museum admission. For museum membership information, read here.

Lunchtime Learnin' at the Autry National Center

Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Gene Autry, Radio and Records. Find out how the Singing Cowboy got his start in radio and the recording industry.
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Gene Autry comes to Hollywood. Explore Gene's pre-war movie career and the formation of the Singing Cowboy persona.
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Gene Autry Productions. Learn how Gene moved from performer to producer and his early mastery of the television medium.
Tuesday, October 9, 2007
Gene Autry and the California Angels. Discover the beginning on the Angels, who won World Series and ignited a debate over team names.

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