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Palm Springs, California: Giant Marilyn Monroe

A full-color statue, 26 feet tall and 15 tons, mimics a famous publicity photo of Monroe standing atop a New York City subway grate, her dress billowing in an updraft.

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Marilyn Monroe sculpture.

Marilyn Monroe Statue in Chicago

Pretty cool statue. Worth getting out of the car. While you are here, the Billy Goat Tavern is just across the street and down the stairs below the street. Get your picture looking up her dress then go get a burger! This is in the middle of tourist central so be prepared for small crowds around the statue and lots of people in the area.

[Jon P, 09/10/2011]

Marilyn sculpture.

Forever Marilyn in Chicago

26-foot tall statue of Marilyn Monroe, posing in the famous pose in "The Seven Year Itch."

[Mari, 07/21/2011]

A mesmerizing though temporary installation through Spring 2012.

Marilyn Monroe statue.

Marilyn Monroe Statue in Chicago

This 26-foot sculpture of Marilyn Monroe was unveiled on July 15th 2011. It depicts Ms Monroe as she appeared in a scene in the 1955 movie "The Seven Year Itch," where her dress goes flying up as she stands over a New York subway grate.

This sculpture was really well done and looks awesome.

[Vinny Gragg, 07/21/2011]

Giant Marilyn Monroe

Address:
Museum Way, Palm Springs, CA
Directions:
In the middle of Museum Way, just west of its intersection with Belardo Rd.
Hours:
Lit at night. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
RA Rates:
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