Ignite Sign Art Museum, a Neon Attraction 1/25/2025

Ignite Sign Art Museum, A Neon Attraction 1/25/2025

Cost: $16.00

Discover Ignite, the neon sign museum in Tucson. It's a vibrant homage to the city's rich history and culture. Located near downtown Tucson, just off the Sunshine Mile Historic District. This museum is a must-visit for anyone interested in the art of neon signs and their significance in American history.

As you step into the museum, you are greeted by a dazzling array of neon signs that date back to the early 20th century. Each sign tells a unique story, reflecting the businesses and establishments that once illuminated the streets of Tucson. From retro motels to classic diners, the neon signs on display capture the essence of a bygone era.

We’ll meet at the Photography Club upper-level parking lot at 9:15 AM for carpooling, departure at 9:30 AM. Please wear your GVR Photography Club or Camera Club badge, if you have one. For those carpooling, $8.00 is an appropriate contribution to the driver.

Jude Cook and his amazing team of volunteers tend to work on sign restorations and new displays most Saturdays during their regular hours, so there may be an opportunity to see what's going on behind-the-scenes. During your visit you’re welcome to visit with their knowledgeable staff and volunteers about the projects they are working on.

The museum encourages visitors to capture and share photography for personal, noncommercial use. Only handheld cameras with attached standard flash equipment are allowed during museum hours.

Please note: Some signs and displays at Ignite have flashing lights which may be a concern to anyone who has epilepsy or is photosensitive, so please consider that before signing up.

Following the tour, participants are invited to a no-host lunch at the Culinary Dropout, 2543 East Grant Road, for their weekend brunch.  

For more information on Jude Cook and the museum go to the Ignite Sign Art Museum website   IGNITE SIGN ART MUSEUM - Neon and historic sign museum 

Tom Parker will be our trip leader. Contact Tom at 618-304-1456 or tparker324@aol.com with any questions. He will be disseminating more information to registered participants via e-mail as we get closer to the event.

GVR requires that every person participating in club's field trips must sign a one-time waiver absolving GVR of any liability.  You will be required to sign the waiver at the Photography club before the trip departs if you haven't already done so. 

Last date to cancel for a refund is January 18, 2025.

If you need to cancel, please contact the Field Trip Coordinator Lynn Rozema at 719-351-5193 or email lrozema51@gmail.com.  We may have people on the wait list to take your place.  

NOTICE:

All participants need to be responsible for an assessment of their mobility and health issues relating to field trips. Some trips may not be appropriate, but you must make that determination. However, the trip leader may deny participation in a specific field trip to anyone deemed not suitably prepared or able to walk with the group.

The club strives to provide several field trips specifically designed for members with physical limitations. 

In order to participate in this event, you must be a member of the GVR Photography Club and GVR.