Explore the Collections

Margaret Herrick Library

Movie related collections. More

Experience the Academy

  • The Road to Isfahan

    Through the efforts of the Academy’s International Outreach Committee, a group of members recently traveled to Iran for an educational and cultural exchange with fellow filmmakers. More

  • The Animation Michelangelo

    Watch a video clip from the Academy’s centennial celebration of “Milt Kahl: The Animation Michelangelo,” featuring animator Richard Williams. More

  • How It Started

    The idea was born in January 1927, over dinner at Louis B. Mayer’s Santa Monica beach house. Find out how the Academy was founded and how it’s grown ever since. More

  • The Talented Members

    They are 6,000 of the most skilled men and women in the movie industry. Learn about who they are and hear them talk about pivotal moments in their lives and careers. More

  • Oscar's Shining Moments

    Where was the first awards ceremony held? Who was hosting the year “Titanic” won? What film won Best Picture 10 years ago? Take a trip down Academy Awards memory lane. More

  • ANIME! High Art – Pop Culture

    An electrifying exhibition exploring the history, aesthetics and production of Japanese animation. More