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Newsletters, press releases, and media coverage of the National Neon Sign Museum.

Honored Every Year Since Inception

Recognition

Senator Merkley's
Oregon Treasure Quest

The National Neon Sign Museum has been proudly included in Senator Jeff Merkley's Oregon Treasure Quest every year since its inception, a statewide recognition of Oregon's most exceptional and beloved destinations.

This annual honor reflects our commitment to preserving the luminous history of neon signage and sharing it with visitors from across the state and beyond.

Welcome Senator Merkley at the National Neon Sign Museum
Oregon Treasure Quest at the National Neon Sign Museum

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The Quarterly - Recent Editions

Our most recent newsletters are available exclusively to museum members.

Vol. VIISummer 2026 Members Only

Steeds and Stripes Forever

Featured guest Barbara Fahs Charles, carousel ring history, the Capital Campaign Gala, NNSM.org launch, Back to School programming, and a New Season of staff highlights.

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Vol. VISpring 2026 Members Only

The Merry-Go-Round Girls

Jennifer Brown Fry's story, the Argon Education Center launch, Oregon Treasure Quest recognition, and a letter from the Director.

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Vol. VWinter 2025 Members Only

Saddled with Color

The '12 Months of Horses' campaign, Gareth Nevitt interview, carousel volunteer progress, and Argon Education Center updates.

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Archive

Newsletters & Press Releases

Spring 2025 Newsletter
NewsletterSpring 2025

Spring 2025 Newsletter

Updates from the museum floor: new neon acquisitions, upcoming workshops, and a look at our growing volunteer program.

Winter 2024 Newsletter
NewsletterWinter 2024

Winter 2024 Newsletter

Holiday hours, a recap of our most successful year yet, and a preview of what's coming in 2025.

National Neon Sign Museum Opens Expanded Exhibit Wing
Press ReleaseOctober 2024

National Neon Sign Museum Opens Expanded Exhibit Wing

The museum announces the opening of a new 2,000 sq ft gallery dedicated to mid-century roadside neon, featuring over 40 restored signs from across the American West.

NNSM Awarded Oregon Cultural Trust Grant
Press ReleaseMarch 2024

NNSM Awarded Oregon Cultural Trust Grant

The National Neon Sign Museum has been awarded a $25,000 preservation grant from the Oregon Cultural Trust to fund conservation of fragile glass tube signage.

In The News

Media Coverage

The new National Neon Sign Museum in The Dalles glows with nostalgia
ArticleMarch 2022

The new National Neon Sign Museum in The Dalles glows with nostalgia

The Oregonian takes a deep look at the National Neon Sign Museum, exploring how it transports visitors back to a glowing era of American culture.

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The Dalles' National Neon Sign Museum transports visitors to golden era of US advertising
ArticleDecember 2022

The Dalles' National Neon Sign Museum transports visitors to golden era of US advertising

OPB's Think Out Loud visits the National Neon Sign Museum and explores how a small river town became the keeper of America's neon heritage.

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Historic Jantzen Beach carousel finds new home in The Dalles
ArticleSeptember 2023

Historic Jantzen Beach carousel finds new home in The Dalles

OPB reports on the historic Jantzen Beach Carousel's journey to its new permanent home at the National Neon Sign Museum in The Dalles, Oregon.

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