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Slide of the neon sign for Hacienda del Sol, Reno, Nevada, 1986

Date

1986

Description

A color image of the neon sign for the Hacienda del Sol Mexican Restaurant and Cantina. The illuminated sign features a colorful parrot. Site Name: Hacienda del Sol (Reno, Nev.)

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"No Limit" by John L. Smith book signing and party: video

Date

1997-05-23

Archival Collection

Description

John L. Smith's book "No Limit: The Rise and Fall of Bob Stupak and Las Vegas' Stratosphere Tower" book signing and party; guests mingle; buffet dinner; people purchase book, news channels interview John Smith at book table; guests come to get book signed; second segment at bookstore with John Smith signing books at table. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Photographs of Piero's Italian Cuisine sign, Las Vegas (Nev.), April 4, 2017

Date

2017-04-04
2017-08-20

Description

The Piero's Italian Cuisine sign sits near the Las Vegas Strip at 355 Convention Center Drive. Information about the sign is available in the Southern Nevada Neon Survey Data Sheet.
Site address: 355 Convention Center Dr
Sign owner: Freddie Glusman
Sign details: Opened 1982, and was originally located on Karen Avenue. In 1987 the restaurant was moved to its current location on Convention Center Drive. This location claims to have an old time Vegas Rat Pack vibe. It has become a popular spot for Politicians and Mobsters
Sign condition: 5- Still in very good condition, looks nearly new
Sign form: Pylon and sign on building
Sign-specific description: On the building and the pylon sign the word "Piero's" is in white channeled neon letters in a fancy swirled font. The Pylon sign has a red background, and underneath the main logo states, " Italian Cuisine- Fresh Fish- Piano Bar" in red skeletal neon. On the building there is a red steel sign that states "Italian cuisine- Osso Bucco- Steaks- chops -Fresh Fish - Florida Stone Crab" all in white skeletal neon.
Sign - type of display: Neon
Sign - media: Steel
Sign environment: On Paradise Road and Convention Center drive next to a Las Vegas Marriott.
Sign - thematic influences: This sign showcases the use of both skeletal neon and channeled letters which gives an interesting contrast to their sign.
Sign - artistic significance: The script they use for their main logo sets the tone for the restaurant as being fancy and fine dining.
Survey - research locations: Piero's website http://pieroscuisine.com/ and photos of the property.
Surveyor: Wyatt Currie-Diamond
Survey - date completed: 2017-08-20
Sign keywords: Pylon; Neon; Steel; Building-front design; Backlit

Mixed Content

Reno Royal Motor Lodge flag mounted sign, Reno, Nevada

Date

2016 (year approximate) to 2020 (year approximate)

Description

The flag mounted sign for the Reno Royal Motor Lodge during the day with unlit neon, including views of the office sign.

350 West St, Reno, NV 89501

Reno Royal Motor Lodge

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Slide of the neon sign for the Elbow Room Bar, Reno, Nevada, 1986

Date

1986

Description

A color image of the neon sign for the Elbow Room Bar in Reno. The sign features a neon cocktail glass. Site Name: Elbow Room Bar (Reno, Nev.)

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Slide of the Mission Mountain Wilderness sign, Montana, circa 1960s-1970s

Date

1960 to 1979

Description

The Mission Mountain Wilderness sign in Montana. The crest of the range forms the eastern boundary of the Flathead Reservation.

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Slide of the neon sign for the White Pine Motel, Ely, Nevada, 1986

Date

1986

Description

A color image of the neon sign for the White Pine Motel, located in Ely, at night.

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Slide of the neon sign for the Rancho Anita Motel, Las Vegas, 1986

Date

1986

Description

A color image of the neon sign for the Rancho Anita Motel lit up at night.

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Slide of the neon sign for the Bagdad Inn Motel, Las Vegas, 1979

Date

1977 to 1981

Description

A color image of the neon sign for the Bagdad Inn Motel lit up at night.

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Slide of a neon sign for Harry's Cafe, Las Vegas, circa 1980s

Date

1980 to 1989

Description

A color image of a neon sign for Harry's Cafe advertising Chinese American food.

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