Among the many scary things that could be found in an abandoned place, signs carry a decent chunk of important history about certain buildings or periods that are just as haunting and interesting to uncover.
From traveling and coming across an old sign in South Tucson to creepy warnings in rural buildings in the United Kingdom, each sign holds a unique narrative. Images of deserted locations also evoke a sense of nostalgia as we remember the feeling of stopping by a Blockbuster store to rent a movie after spotting its memorable sign while going back home.
Whether you find them eerie or charming, these 23 captivating images of signs from around the world will transport you on an interesting journey through history.
Old sign in South Tucson
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Creepy sign in an abandoned building in rural UK
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Sign at an old industry site
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Retro Signs in Huge Abandoned Steel Works – Beijing, China
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Retro Signs in China PT. 2
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Retro Signs in China PT. 3
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A very welcoming sign
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Highway Motel sign
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This building had tons of random stuff, including this massive Days Inn sign.
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Pripyat Sign, Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
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Old Theater Sign
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Abandoned blockbuster storefront, Kentucky.
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Abandoned Route 66 sign-surreal night photo with light painting
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Royal Motel sign
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Abandoned water park sign
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Abandoned farmhouse sign
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Abandoned Googie Motel in the Nevada Desert
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The band Foghat, by a Holiday Inn sign advertising their show, Chicago, 1972.
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How dangerous do you think this roof is?
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Old Movie Theater Sign
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Old Taco Bell sign
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The old Arby’s sign
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