Today, Sony Pictures Studios is located in Culver City at the historic studio lot built in 1915 by visionary filmmaker Thomas Ince. Eventually becoming MGM’s famous home, the studio lot grew to cover more than 180 acres under the leadership of Louis B. Mayer. Sony Pictures Entertainment has made renovations and technological upgrades on the lot, yet has retained many key architectural elements, demonstrating its commitment to preserving the past while anticipating the future. Enjoy the photos below to witness first hand the expansion and progress of the studio lot. Click and drag inside the Quicktime Virtual Reality photo to explore Main Street.