Setting the Stage – Palmer House Exteriors in Seasons 1 and 2
The Palmer residence is one of the most iconic homes in Twin Peaks. For this Setting the Stage article, I’m taking a closer look at the exterior scenes from Seasons 1 and 2.
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Yankton Federal Prison in Sioux City
In Twin Peaks Part 7 on Showtime, there is an aerial establishing shot of Yankton Federal Prison in Sioux City, South Dakota. But like many things in Twin Peaks, looks can be deceiving. The real location used for this establishing shot is located approximately 1,388 miles to the east of the actual   minimum security federal prison…
Twin Peaks Location – Pentagon at Night in Arlington, VA
In Twin Peaks Part 5 on Showtime, there is an establishing shot of the Pentagon at night in Arlington, Virginia. Similar to footage of Buenos Aires and Diane Evans’ apartment, this short clip is stock footage from Getty Images.
Twin Peaks Prop – The Human Comedy in Twin Peaks – Fire Walk With Me
While researching Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me, I caught a scene where Laura Palmer walks through the hallway at Twin Peaks High School. She’s on her way to meet Bobby Briggs and holding a paperback novel in her hand. Which novel is she carrying?
Trip Report – Festival of Disruption May 2018 – Day 3
Day 2 of the Festival of Disruption was held on May 20, 2018 at Brooklyn Steel in Brooklyn, New York. I recently shared a recap from my unbelievable experience during the first day of the event. I couldn’t wait to return for another fun day filled with speakers (aka Naomi Watts and David Lynch!!), friends…
Vacant Peaks – The Great Northern Hotel – Part 2
It’s time to revisit The Great Northern Hotel for Vacant Peaks. This recurring series captures glimpses of buildings, sets, props or details without people. Part 1 of this series about the Hotel focused on the Pilot Episode and the first seven episodes of Season 1. Today, I’m looking at Episodes 2001-2007 from Season 2.
Trip Report – Festival of Disruption May 2018 – Day 2
Festival of Disruption kicked off on May 19, 2018 at Brooklyn Steel. Following an exciting first day in Brooklyn, New York, I was excited to attend event curated by David Lynch. Festival proceeds helped the David Lynch Foundation teach at-risk youth, veterans, and women to meditate. I was most looking forward to meeting other Twin…
Trip Report – Festival of Disruption May 2018 – Day 1
For the first time, the Festival of Disruption was being held in New York City on May 19-20, 2018. Since I missed attending the two previous events held in Los Angeles, California, I vowed not to make that mistake again. With tickets, hotel and airfare booked, I set off for Brooklyn, New York. Here is…
Twin Peaks Prop – Windom Earle’s Fishing Vest
In Twin Peaks episode 2.019, we’re introduced to one of Windom Earle’s many disguises – Fisherman Earle. This outfit may be one of my favorites, so I was particularly delighted when I found a replica prop of his fishing vest.
Twin Peaks Fan Fest Memories – Fall City Grill
While attending the 1996 Twin Peaks Fan Fest in Washington state, I visited several of the film locations from Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me. The former Fall City Grill, located at 4050 Fall City-Carnation Road Southeast in Fall City, was the location of Hap’s Diner (see this article for more details about the location). This is…