Who doesn’t love a great arrow sign? M&R Auto sure has one: this arrow might not light up completely anymore, [Read More]
This site documents the disappearing vintage signage of San Jose, California, captured through Urban Sketches. Know of a sign I haven’t sketched yet? Or a story connected to a sign? I’d love to hear from you. Use the contact page and get in touch.
Posts tagged vintage sign
University Art
University Art in San Jose was our last independent Art Store in the South Bay. And it’s gone now. 20ish [Read More]
Sam’s Downtown Feed & Pet Supply
Sam’s Downtown Feed & Pet Supply is a wonderful store to wander around. You’ll see all sorts of [Read More]
5 Spot
Now renamed 5 Spot Chivas Grill, this restaurant was built in 1931, and may be the oldest drive-in restaurant in [Read More]
Chiaramonte’s Deli & Sausages
Chiaramonte's Deli & Sausages is San Jose's oldest running shop, dating back to 1908.
Empty Signs V: Ken Ying Low Chop Suey Restaurant
I sketched this “empty sign” in San Jose’s Japantown years ago, before I knew it’s [Read More]