INSIDE THE LIFE OF AN ICON

Explore the world’s largest private collection of Marilyn Monroe’s personal belongings.

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MARILYN MONROE’S TRUE SIZE

Separating fact from fiction using measurements taken from Marilyn’s actual wardrobe.

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ABOUT MARILYN

Her story, her spirit, and the legacy that continues to captivate the world.

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COLLECTION EXHIBITS

See the pieces that shaped a legend, brought to life in exhibitions across the globe.

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The Marilyn Monroe Collection

Home to the most comprehensive private archive of Marilyn Monroe’s personal belongings.

The Marilyn Monroe Collection stands as both a tribute and a testament, a carefully curated archive built from a lifelong passion for understanding the woman behind the legend. Every item, from her film costumes and personal letters to the smallest mementos of daily life, offers a glimpse into Marilyn’s humanity, her artistry, and her enduring influence. Preserved with care and shared with authenticity, the Collection invites admirers and historians alike to explore Marilyn’s world through the pieces that shaped her story, not as myth, but as the remarkable life she truly lived.

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Collection Highlights

A curated rotation of iconic pieces from Marilyn’s life and career.

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Marilyn Monroe’s Personal Cowgirl Boots Worn in The Misfits

Worn by the star as “Roslyn Tabor” in her last completed film, The Misfits, most prominently in the intense scene where she screams out “Murderers!” to a confused Clark Gable, Eli Wallach, and Montgomery Clift.

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Still One of the Most Famous Women in the World

Marilyn Monroe remains one of the most recognized and enduring figures in modern history. Born Norma Jeane Baker, her life reflects a remarkable journey from uncertain beginnings to international prominence. This section presents carefully researched biographical information, verified historical records, and documented personal history to provide an accurate and complete understanding of her life, legacy, and lasting cultural significance.

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All Things Marilyn Podcast

Lively discussions and debates on any and all topics related to MARILYN MONROE, hosted by Marilyn Monroe historian and collector Scott Fortner, together with author, historian, and founder of LA Woman Tours, Elisa Jordan.

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Meet the Collector

Life-long Marilyn Monroe fan, enthusiast, and collector.

Considered an authority on the star, Scott Fortner is often called upon by major news outlets, including People.com, USA Today, Rolling Stone, Yahoo News and CNN, to comment on Marilyn topics. He made global headlines for exposing the damage to Marilyn’s famous “Happy Birthday Mr. President” dress due to owners Ripley’s Believe It Or Not loaning the garment to Kim Kardashian for the 2022 Met Gala.

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Scott with pieces from his collection on exhibit at Bendigo Art Gallery, Australia, 2016.

Marilyn Monroe’s True Size

Lively discussions and debates on any and all topics related to MARILYN MONROE, hosted by Marilyn Monroe historian and collector Scott Fortner, together with author, historian, and founder of LA Woman Tours, Elisa Jordan.

DISCOVER THE TRUTH