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In my travels on the back roads doing genealogy research, I’ve seen hundreds of remnants of times gone by. These iconic symbols of "Americana" inspired me to create this blog. By documenting them, I'll remember and maybe you'll find something interesting to hunt down next time you are in one of these areas!
You can use the search feature in the blog to look for specific cities or states. Enjoy!
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Henning Motel Neon Sign, Newberry Springs California
This sign was also featured in the 1987 movie Bagdad Cafe. The motel itself was built in the 1950's. It's gone now, but long after the...
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Sage Motel Neon Sign, Needles California
The motel closed in 2009, but thankfully, this charmingly retro sign remains like a time capsule full of tales from travelers past. The...
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66 Motel Neon Sign, Needles California
This sign stands like a quirky, timeworn postcard from America’s road-tripping heyday. It stands across from the former Motel, and was...
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Mr D'z Route 66 Diner, Kingman Arizona
Originally a Shell gas station and cafe built in 1938, this pink-and-turquoise gem is less a diner and more a love letter to the glory...
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Packard Neon Sign, Kingman Arizona
On the front of the Old Trails Garage, is this 1930's era Packard Motor Car Company neon sign with the classic "Ask The Man Who Owns One"...
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Hotel Beale, Kingman Arizona
I could see this sign way down the road. What a great way to advertise. The hotel was built in 1899, after fire destroyed the original...
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Feb 27
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Arcadia Lodge, Kingman Arizona
Opened in 1938 as the Arcadia Court, this motel is still operating with this somewhat simple Googie styled 1960's neon sign. You'll find...
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Feb 27
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El Trovatore Motel, Kingman Arizona
Again, I was so focused on this great restored and working neon sign, that I didn't get the giant tower sign, which is also working neon,...
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Feb 27
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Hill Top Motel, Kingman Arizona
I had to look at google street view to see if they kept this great neon sign as part of the renovations that were underway when we passed...
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Feb 27
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The Orlando Motel, Truxton Arizona
Like a lot of 1960's motels, this one had a cool googie style neon sign. You can see what is left on the three posts at the bottom and it...
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Feb 9
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Frontier Motel and Restaurant, Truxton Arizona
Built in 1952, with this classic eye-catching neon sign, the motel operated until 2011. The sign was renovated in 2013, but obviously...
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Supai Motel, Seligman Arizona
This is an updated neon sign from the original, but that great retro look has survived. The hotel opened in 1952 and is still operating...
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Feb 9
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Copper Cart Restaurant, Seligman Arizona
This restaurant opened in 1952 and is now closed. However, the new occupants of the building have left this fantastic neon sign and added...
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Sep 15, 2024
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The Snow Cap Drive-In, Seligman Arizona
You definitely won't miss this place, especially at night. Lots of neon on the signage, facade and decor. Built with the intention of...
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Sep 15, 2024
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Stagecoach Motel, Seligman Arizona
If you've read other posts, you probably already know that these Jetson's space age looking "Googie" style neon signs are my favorites...
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Sep 15, 2024
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Hi-Line Motel, Ash Fork Arizona
Literally right next door to the Copper State Motel was this one. It sort of tells the sad tale of how busy Route 66 was in it's heyday...
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Sep 15, 2024
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Canyon Club Cocktails Neon Sign, Williams Arizona
I really liked this vintage pointing arrow neon sign and the large round window on this building. The Canyon Club has been around since...
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Aug 21, 2024
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Giant Neon Cow, Williams Arizona
Not only was there a giant neon cow sign at Rod's Steak House, but on the side of the building was the third giant cow statue that we saw...
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Aug 21, 2024
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Turquoise Tepee, Williams Arizona
Simple, but one of my favorite signs in Williams. Originally a cafe in the corner of this 1940's building, this Indian Jewelry shop has...
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Aug 21, 2024
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Colors of the West Gift Shop, Williams Arizona
While not an old neon sign, I love the fact that this gift shop embraced the history and location of the building. Since 1913, when it...
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Aug 21, 2024
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