New York Neon

Explore the brilliant glow of that iconic element of New York’s cityscape: the neon sign.

Enjoy a visual tour of the surviving early- and mid-20th-century signs—many in danger of disappearing—and learn about the development of signage and the technological evolution of neon, as well as its role in NYC streets and in America’s cultural identity.

From INSIDE NEW YORK – As a meat-lover who rarely eats meat (due to tuition-induced poverty and life-induced laziness), I often find myself with strong and unsatisfied carnivorous cravings. Bubby’s (120 Hudson St., 212-219-0666) restaurant and bar, fortunately, saved me, satisfying every meat craving I’ve ever had- and then some… Read the full review at Inside New York.

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Explore the brilliant glow of that iconic element of New York’s cityscape: the neon sign.

Enjoy a visual tour of the surviving early- and mid-20th-century signs—many in danger of disappearing—and learn about the development of signage and the technological evolution of neon, as well as its role in NYC streets and in America’s cultural identity.

From INSIDE NEW YORK – As a meat-lover who rarely eats meat (due to tuition-induced poverty and life-induced laziness), I often find myself with strong and unsatisfied carnivorous cravings. Bubby’s (120 Hudson St., 212-219-0666) restaurant and bar, fortunately, saved me, satisfying every meat craving I’ve ever had- and then some… Read the full review at Inside New York.