The Neon Museum shines brighter, now that the 30th illuminated piece was recently added to the Neon Boneyard. The El Cortez—Las Vegas’ longest continuously operating casino, owned by the Epstein family—recently donated its historic “Prime Rib $19.95” neon sign, originally installed on the facade of the property’s parking garage in 1974. Twenty-two signs already within the boneyard needed to be moved to accommodate the 18-foot-by-24-foot sign that features neon, lightbulbs and backlit plexiglass.
Those who want to check out the property, less than a mile from the museum, can still see its original 1940s facade (the property opened in 1941) and the neon signage that was added in 1952.
“It’s such an honor for my family and my El Cortez family,” said Alex Epstein at the recent lighting ceremony at The Neon Museum. “Personally, as a founding member of The Neon Museum it’s such an exciting thing. I’m filled with immense pride with how far The Neon Museum has come and what a success it has become. … And now, for the El Cortez to have a large, physical soon-to-be-shining place among these many iconic pieces of Las Vegas history is incredibly special.”
Besides the El Cortez sign, guests can tour the Neon Boneyard’s signage from past iconic hotels like Sahara, Dunes, Riveria, Stardust and Moulin Rouge, as well as many more pieces from Las Vegas’ storied history.
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