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In my travels on the back roads doing genealogy research, I’ve seen hundreds of remnants of times gone by. These iconic symbols of "Americana" inspired me to create this blog. By documenting them, I'll remember and maybe you'll find something interesting to hunt down next time you are in one of these areas!
You can use the search feature in the blog to look for specific cities or states. Enjoy!
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Classic Texas Styled Sign, Amarillo Texas
The Cowboy Motel has another great Texas style sign that sits right behind the Cattleman's Club sign. The motel was built in the 1950's...
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Feb 23, 2023
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The Cattleman's Club & Cafe Sign, Amarillo Texas
This old sign has been standing in front of this Amarillo hot spot for decades. I Just kept thinking, wouldn't it be fun if they touched...
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Feb 23, 2023
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Cactus Inn Motel Sign, McLean Texas
The large cactus shaped sign used to stand in front of the motel where the smaller sign is now, with lots of cacti planted by it. The...
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Feb 23, 2023
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Rattlesnakes Ahead, McLean Texas
This sign is the only thing left of a former roadside attraction. It stood much taller in it's original location in Lela and was an...
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Nov 20, 2021
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Vintage Restored Gas Station, Shamrock Texas
This Magnolia Gas Station started in 1911. The Pegasus symbols on the building were added after Magnolia was purchased by Standard Oil...
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Nov 20, 2021
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The U-Drop Inn Cafe, Shamrock Texas
The Cafe was built in 1935 along with, and attached to, the Tower Conoco Gas Station. The cafe got it's name from a local school boy who...
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Nov 20, 2021
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Great Art Deco Building, Shamrock Texas
Along a long stretch of road without much to see, appears this great iconic building. The Tower Conoco Gas Station was built in 1935 and...
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Nov 20, 2021
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Another Western Motel, Sayre Oklahoma
There are/were probably others, it seems to be a popular theme on Route 66. This neon sign is very unique and has a lot of character. The...
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Oct 17, 2021
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Cotton Boll Motel Neon Sign, Canute Oklahoma
In 1960 the Pecks, former cotton farmers, built the 16 room motel. The motel closed in 1979, but the iconic neon sign remains. It seems...
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Oct 17, 2021
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One Flew the Coop, El Reno Oklahoma
We circled back so I could get a picture of this giant chicken bursting through the side of this brick building. What a great eye-catcher...
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Oct 17, 2021
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Orbit City Style Neon Motel Sign, El Reno Oklahoma
The Ranger Motel has another great neon sign from the 1950's is. It caught my eye because I thought it had a sort of Jetsons Space Age...
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Oct 17, 2021
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Yukon's Best Flour Neon Sign, Yukon Oklahoma
The Yukon Mill and Grain Company built the mill and elevator in 1902. This huge lighted sign was placed on top of the mill in the 1940's....
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Oct 17, 2021
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Well-Preserved Neon Sign, Bethany Oklahoma
This large iconic neon sign wearing a cowboy hat is in great condition and stands in front of the Wester Motel, a typical Route 66 era...
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Oct 16, 2021
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Look... there behind the tree, Oklahoma City Oklahoma
I wish I would have gotten a better picture of this place. It was across several lanes of busy traffic but I didn't want to just omit it...
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Oct 16, 2021
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Another classic gone, Oklahoma City Oklahoma
This classic A-frame building and great neon sign was built in the 1960's. Sadly, the owners of Mutts Amazing Hot Dogs have demolished...
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Oct 16, 2021
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Maybe it's just me but I read Rewot at first glance! Oklahoma City Oklahoma
It's actually "Tower". I really like this sign. It is so interesting looking as it almost looks like it is backwards because your eyes...
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Oct 16, 2021
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Apparently, this is a thing. Oklahoma City Oklahoma
Tucker's Onion Burgers - In the 1920's several cafes in Oklahoma were looking for ways to stretch beef further and began frying their...
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Oct 16, 2021
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1946 Historic Theatre, Oklahoma City Oklahoma
The Will Rogers Theatre was built in 1946. it could sit 1,000 viewers and was decorated with a mural depicting scenes from Will Rogers...
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Oct 16, 2021
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Rare Original Barn Sign, Chandler Oklahoma
I love these signs! This one is an original and in great condition. It is said to be the last Meramec Caverns barn sign left in...
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Oct 16, 2021
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Hard to miss this tall Neon Sign, Stroud Oklahoma
The "L" shaped Skyliner Motel opened in 1959 and is still hosting guests today. The motel's great neon sign points the way to your room....
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Oct 16, 2021
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