The Bookhouse in California

The second of three locations for The Bookhouse appears in Episode 1003 of Twin Peaks. Sheriff Truman, Deputy Hawk and Big Ed Hurley take Special Agent Dale Cooper to this location shortly after enjoying pie and coffee at the Double R Diner. Unlike the Pilot Episode, the interior for this scene was shot in southern California…

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State Prison Interior from Twin Peaks Episode 1004

I recently discussed the film location for the State Prison establishing shot from Twin Peaks Episode 1004. While this extremely brief shot was captured in Monroe, Washington, the interior scenes were shot on a soundstage in southern California. While I’ve been unable to find images from the actual soundstage, Hank Jennings’ parole hearing scene has a…

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Twin Peaks Location – Horne’s Department Store Exterior

My parents hail from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, so I recall visiting Horne’s Department Store when I was younger. Joseph Horne (no relation to Ben or Jerry) started his self-named department store in 1849 and quickly built a large building in downtown Pittsburgh in 1879. Eventually, Horne’s was purchased by Federated Department Stores and the Horne’s name was…

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This Must Be Where Pies Go in Twin Peaks

In recent years, March 14 has become a celebration of Pi day referencing the first three numbers (3.14) from this infinite numerical sequence. In the world of Twin Peaks, it’s a great day to celebrate one of the iconic food staples seen throughout the series – pie. From Norma’s “best-in-the-tri-counties” cherry pie at the Double…

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Vacant Peaks – The Palmer House – Part 1

Fresh from celebrating Twin Peaks Day 2019 on February 24, I explored the Palmer House in the latest Vacant Peaks article. Similar to other frequently used sets in the series such as the Red Room or Great Northern Hotel, this will be a multi-part story with images of the home’s interior and exterior without people….

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