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Historic Signs of Seattle Quiz

Historic Neon Signs of Seattle

Think you know your way around Seattle’s visual history?

Seattle’s streets are full of stories, many of them written in neon. From classic theater marquees to quirky shop fronts, these signs have become icons of the city’s character.

Take the quiz below and see if you can identify Seattle's legendary neon signs.

Photo credit: “Westlake pedestrian mall, 1965” by Seattle Municipal Archives, CC BY 2.0

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What company used to have this sign above its headquarters?

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Which famous tourist attraction features this sign?

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Where in Seattle was this photo taken?

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What famous novel set in Seattle prominently features this hotel?

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What type of business is this sign used for?

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What is the name of this car wash chain?

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Along which roadway would you drive by this sign?

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Which popular eatery used to display this neon sign?

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What Seattle-based business does the 'R' in this photo stand for?

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What building now sits where this sign was once located?

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Photo credit: “City Light south service center, 1998” by Seattle Municipal Archives, CC BY 2.0