The neon sign that greets travelers to the famous Blue Swallow Motel in Tucumcari was destroyed in a May hailstorm — a downer for the motor hotel on Route 66 that prides itself on its neon and ...
Tulsa preservationists and artists work to restore, maintain, and create new iconic neon signs along Route 66.
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.
“Rainbow Room” faces possible doom. Photo: Andrew Holbrooke/Corbis/Getty Images “Rainbow Room” faces possible doom. Photo: Andrew Holbrooke/Corbis/Getty Images Editor’s note: On December 17, after ...