Swift Printing funny and cute photos from the past
Wow, look at those awesome vintage uniforms! This photo is from 1985. It’s the year Walt and Amy Gutowski got married. Can you find Walt in the photo? I think he needs to bring back the long hair and mustache. What do you think? Fun fact: Walt still plays softball in a competitive league.
WoodTV story on the Red Lion Neon
“It’s just such a nostalgic, nostalgic place where everyone hung out,” Gutowski-Slaydon said. “I had to keep calling it the great equalizer. Through food, they could connect with anyone. And I think that’s pretty special.”
Fox 17 Article on the Red Lion Neon
During that time restoration work was underway, where little by little Valley City Signs worked to modernize the vintage sign for a new generation.
Mlive Article: Historic Red Lion sign returning to Bridge Street in Grand Rapids in time for ArtPrize
The Red Lion, known for its chili covered hot dogs, was originally located nearby at 449 Bridge Street NW. After closing in 2004, the building was demolished more than a decade later. A new building, home to Bridge Street Lofts and Condado Tacos, was built in its place.
95.7 RESTORED RED LION VINTAGE NEON SIGN RETURNS
"This ordinance amendment provides us with a tool that can help preserve signs that have added iconic and historical character to our community."