The story of architectural design in Albuquerque is diverse and often at risk of being forgotten. At one point, the luminescent glow of neon signage along Central Ave. was a common call for business. Changes in technology, shifting populations, new architectural styles, and shifting business tides have posed problems for the businesses along Central Ave. and the signage that promoted them. While several signs are still standing, many others exist only in photos or in the design sketches that created them.

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