Flamingo Motel. Once almost shutdown, but now (with hotel and sign) in working condition. Classic ‘neon [Read More]
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Posts tagged neon
Falafel’s Drive-In
If you haven’t eaten at Falafel’s Drive-In, go now. And then grab your falafel sandwich and some spicy [Read More]
Orchard Supply Hardware
Orchard Supply was originally established by prune farmers as a cooperative during the Great Depression. Each [Read More]
Sands Motel
Sands Motel is located on Monterey Highway which was more traveled in the 1960’s. Today many of the [Read More]
Westside Billiards
Westside Billiards has been around since about 1947. The neon lettering and the 6-pointed star were probably part [Read More]
Wheel Works
This Wheel Works sign is from the 1950s. Ever wondered how neon signs are made? If you watch this [Read More]