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 arrows displays the symbols for gas and lodging.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Information sign

Date Made

1975-1987

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2011.0.4.118

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Steel (Alloy)
Enamel (Fused coating)

Color

Blue
White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 24 in
Width: 36 in