LECTURES & LITERATURE

    Neon in Philadelphia

    Neon in Philadelphia

    Presented by Philadelphia Center for Architecture at Philadelphia Center for Architecture

    March 24, 2010


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    From McGillin's Old Ale House to Levis Hotdog, neon signs have illuminated many Philadelphia landmarks. The city has been a major manufacturer of creative neon signage since the 1930s. During the middle of the 20th Century, neon signs turned North America's cities and roadsides into a luminous wonderland. Add in the magic of animation, and signs became spectacular. These unforgettable depictions of exploding bowling pins, crashing cars, baton twirling majorettes, and lassoing cowboys were fodder for legend and lore. Philadelphia's own "neon guy," Len Davidson, will be discussing the history of this electrifying folk art and sharing brilliant examples of the variety of signage created since the 1930s.


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        Philadelphia Center for Architecture

        1218 Arch Street
        Philadelphia, PA 19107

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets: $10 General Admission $5 AIA & Center Members

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        March 24, 2010

        Times:
        5-8 pm

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