Food, Gas, & Lodging Sign, 1975-1987
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Artifact Overview
During the 1970s, the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) collaborated with the U.S. Department of Transportation to produce 50 standard symbols to be used on signs. Before this, numerous international, national, and local organizations used a variety of visuals to get across their messages. This road sign with arrow displays the symbols for food, gas, and lodging.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Information sign
Date Made
1975-1987
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2011.0.4.117
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Enamel (Fused coating)
Color
Blue
White (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 24 in (confirmed CMD)
Width: 36 in (confirmed CMD)
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