THE DALLES, Oregon – David Benko is to neon signs what Jeff Bezos is to online shopping. Benko, 53, one of the preeminent American experts on the history and craftsmanship of neon advertising signs, ...

Vintage advertising signs have become cherished collectibles that offer a unique glimpse into the past. These items are more than just relics — for collectors, they’re a slice of mid-century American ...

In his upcoming book ‘Neon Road Trip,’ photographer John Barnes captures a luminous part of advertising history Jennifer Nalewicki - Travel Correspondent For two-and-a-half years, photographer John ...

Whether it’s the warm neon pink glow of the clock at the top of the DK Diner, or the neon Budweiser sign at the Square Bar, we are drawn by these signs to see what’s inside these buildings. From miles ...

Though they fell out of favor in the 1980s and 1990s, the retro chic of neon signs have made this century-old technology a popular choice for retail storefronts, restaurants and even service ...

Those who love the old relics speak of them glowingly. Rooftop neon signs, they say, highlight Los Angeles at its exuberant best, reflecting a time of optimism and inventiveness that turned the city ...

Once upon a time, downtown Mesa was drenched in the glow of neon lights. Businesses like motels, diners and cocktail lounges buzzed with vibrant color as their illuminated signs beckoned the public.

In 1985, Jed Schleisner had a biology degree in his pocket and no job on the horizon. Combining boredom with science and a long-held love of art, he came up with an illuminating new career. Schleisner ...

The saying goes, “Bright Lights, Big City” — and classic neon signs are a shining beacon of that legacy. But due to rent increases that are shuttering old-school establishments and cheap LED ...

Instagram and Pinterest are full of “neon Japan” photos. Video games constantly present Japan as a neon-lit futuristic city. But while neon or neon lighting certainly still exists in Japan, especially ...