Arts and Music

Restoration Neon

Neon signs defined Las Vegas, signifying fantasy, fun and the kind of frontier freedom that has slipped away from so many other places. Yet many of the signs are in danger of forever disappearing as old buildings are demolished. Discover the history of the neon signs from their first usage in late 1920s Las Vegas to the present day and what it takes to bring these historic icons back to life.

Restoration Neon

56m 46s

Neon signs defined Las Vegas, signifying fantasy, fun and the kind of frontier freedom that has slipped away from so many other places. Yet many of the signs are in danger of forever disappearing as old buildings are demolished. Discover the history of the neon signs from their first usage in late 1920s Las Vegas to the present day and what it takes to bring these historic icons back to life.

Episodes

  • Restoration Neon: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Restoration Neon

    56m 46s

    Neon signs defined Las Vegas, signifying fantasy, fun and the kind of frontier freedom that has slipped away from so many other places. Yet many of the signs are in danger of forever disappearing as old buildings are demolished. Discover the history of the neon signs from their first usage in late 1920s Las Vegas to the present day and what it takes to bring these historic icons back to life.

PBS PASSPORT

Stream tens of thousands of hours of your PBS and local favorites with WETA+ and PBS Passport whenever and wherever you want. Catch up on a single episode or binge-watch full seasons before they air on TV.

Similar Shows