Alameda Neon Walking Tours for Neon Speaks

The annualNeon Speaks Festival & Symposiumis produced bySan Francisco Neon, a two-person preservation organization. There is a national movement of many dedicated neon preservationists, artists, and advocates that need a venue to come together to celebrate and share information on neon art, design, restoration, and preservation. Our goal is to educate and advocate for the artistic legacy of historic neon signs: a brilliant archive of design, craft, and city history.Contact usif you would like to attend, volunteer, or present at the next symposium.—Al Barna and Randall Ann Homan,sfneon.org

Neon Speaks Festival & Symposium

Join a neon walking tour in the historic city of Alameda, back by popular demand for the Neon Speaks festival weekend!

John S. Towata Flowers (on sidewalk)

Take a twilight walking tour and see the beautiful neon signs in the historic city of Alameda, CA. From the grandeur of the Alameda Theater neon blade sign to the nearly invisible Pop Inn, downtown Alameda boasts a fine collection of vintage neon. Meet on the sidewalk in front of the John S. Towata Flower Shop, a stunning mid-century storefront with rare green Vitrolite tiles and a raceway neon sign. This hour-long tour was developed by Alameda local historian, Devi L. Dahl. The tour route that winds through a quiet bungalow neighborhood and the commercial corridors of Alameda, architecture insights and historical backstories included. Don&#x27;t miss out on this unique opportunity to see Alameda in a whole new light! Space is limited to 12 people, register early. Two tour dates: Sept 10 and Sept 17.This is an official event of the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/neon-speaks-2019-festival-symposium-registration-54182583566" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Neon Speaks Festival and Symposium.</a>

Above photos by Al Barna, John S. Towata Flowers and Alameda Theater Below photos by Devi L. Dahl, Gim's Chinese Kitchen and Ole's Waffle Shop

Small Print:  All participants agree to assume 100% responsibility for their own safety, conduct, and well-being, and recognize that possible hazards exist while participating in outdoor (or any other) activities; and agree to participate solely at their own risk. If you join this group, and purchase tickets, and/or attend any San Francisco Neon events; it shall be conclusively presumed you understand and agree to this policy. Please note that we reserve the right to change/cancel the tour due to obstructions, stormy weather, or insufficient reservations. Full refunds issued for canceled tours.

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