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The neon-lit night sky of Las Vegas is one of the iconic sights of the 20th century. It is the peculiar mix of the burlesque, kitsch, and retro-modern that has marked the visual identity of an age.
Many of the most recognizable neon displays from the golden age of Las Vegas casinos have been produced by Young Electric Sign Company (YESCO). This Salt Lake City-based company has maintained a storage yard in Las Vegas for decades. This three-acre plot has, over the years, become a veritable graveyard of disused neon signs.
It is the final resting place of some notable pieces of Vegas history, like the original Aladdin's lamp from the first version of Aladdin Casino, Binion's Horseshoe, Silver Slipper, and the Golden Nugget.
There are over 150 decommissioned, non-restored neon signs at this location. In 2005, the La Concha Hotel, a Paul Revere Williams design, was moved up the street to serve as the museum's visitor center.
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Tours are available daily and can be reserved online via the Neon Museum. Local discounts are available. Taking a tour after sunset allows you to see some of the neon signs lit up.
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January 2, 2010
