Architecture & Interior Design | Mid Century

The Vanishing World of Neon Motel Signs - Atlas Obscura

A photographer has spent decades capturing these symbols of Americana and the open road.

I love these old signs. Many years ago, before everyone had a camera on their phone, I wanted to put together a coffee table book about old neon signs. That was in the '90s. It is very sad to watch the rapidity with which these signs are disappearing. It was/is an endemic part of Americana. Worse, their replacements are the boring, generic, sameness of the typical 21st century roadside experience, which has replaced style with monotony. Not just hotel signs either, but all signage. Have you seen Las Vegas lately? It looks a lot more like any other new urban environment than Las Vegas. It's just another symbol of the current American desire to replace individualism with conformity.

Travel | Travel

Mapping California’s best remaining midcentury motels

Travel back in time to the golden age of motels. These are the ones still standing—and worth visiting.

History | LA History

One Of L.A.'s Oldest Neon Signs Will Be Re-Lit On Thursday

The sign used to sit on top of the Hotel Californian near MacArthur Park.

Happening now!

History | LA History

Neon Piece of Rock 'N' Roll History Going Up for Auction

A bright neon piece of rock 'n' roll history is going up for auction — a marquee from the legendary Los Angeles club, Whisky a Go Go. The 13-foot sign, with letters alight in bright pink, adorned the West...

Miscellaneous | The Hometown

Tour Los Angeles during its ‘Golden Age of neon’

A new book features hundreds of vintage photos of LA’s best neon signs

I've always loved old neon signs. I may need to get this book.

Travel | Travel

Hong Kong's 'neon glow' is fading

Hong Kong's characteristic street scenes are becoming a little less 'neon,' as citizens and business owners opt for more efficient LED lighting.

Miscellaneous | Other Stuff

The World's Largest Collection Of Neon Signs Is Ridiculous And Amazing | The Creators Project

Stating he was the first to use bring the phrase 'Girls Girls Girls' to neon fruition ("I was like number one enemy at the council") in some ways Bracey could almost be seen as the creator of modern nightlife. However, for Bracey it's always been more about the art than the spectacle: "I paint with light I suppose. I'm like..Light Rider."