Posted in Ohio May 24, 2017 by Beth

America’s Quirkiest Museum Is Right Here In Ohio And You Need To Visit

Ohio is home to plenty of whimsical roadside attractions, yet there’s a museum in Cincinnati that just may take the cake. The American Sign Museum is a collection of retired signs of elaborate proportions. Complete with the dull sound of a neon buzz, this site is every bit as quirky as it sounds. If you’ve ever wondered what happens to signs once businesses have gone under, this fascinating collection is a must-see:

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The American Sign museum is located at 1330 Monmouth Street Cincinnati, Ohio, 45225.

As you enter this buzzing museum, you'll find yourself immersed in a world of hundreds of signs from the past.

The collection was started by Tod Swormstedt and includes signs that date all the way back to the 1800s.

A majority of the signs are from the 20th century and, although their businesses may have come and gone, the glow of these signs remains strong.

One of the more famous signs advertises McDonald's from a day when there was only a single-arch and a character named Speedee was the mascot.

Another iconic piece is the hand-crafted "Satellite" sign which used to advertise a mall.

While the neon signs are certainly the brightest, the older advertisements are equally as alluring with their vintage artwork.

This collection has become so popular over the years that it also doubles as an event space, which can be rented out to accommodate weddings, parties, and more.

No matter how you choose to experience the American Sign Museum, you're in for a truly unique visit.

There's even a gift shop where visitors can take a piece of the museum home with them.

Have you explored this unique museum in Ohio? If so, we’d love to hear about your experiences! To learn more about the largest public sign museum in America, be sure to visit the American Sign Museum official website.