Exploding with color, optimism and razzle-dazzle, the now-extinct Holiday Inn ‘Great Sign’ was a true design landmark of the American century.
See Andrew Nelson’s salon.com feature about the social history of the American motel.
Sir,
Great site and run down. Are you aware of any of these signs left in operating condition? The closest I have seen is the Rainbo Motel in East St. Louis area. Thank you
Serendipity
It's no holiday
Straddie
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