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    History of Searchlights: A Beacon in War and Peace

    Searchlights have long been a symbol of hope, guidance, and security, cutting through darkness to provide visibility in both times

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    Tribute in Light: A Beacon of Remembrance

    Every year, as the anniversary of September 11 approaches, New York City becomes home to a poignant and breathtaking art

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    Lighting Lady Liberty

    The Statue of Liberty, a symbol of freedom and democracy, has stood proudly on Liberty Island (formerly know as Bedloe’s

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    Exploring GE’s NELA Park Campus: A Hub of Innovation and History for Over 100 Years

    Nestled in the heart of Cleveland, Ohio, GE’s NELA Park campus is a remarkable blend of history and innovation. This sprawling, picturesque

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Lighting the Golden Gate Bridge: Scale and Dignity

The Golden Gate Bridge serves as the iconic symbol of San Francisco, captivating millions of visitors each year with its majesty, beauty and symbol of American ingenuity and craftsmanship.

While it’s stunning orange-red color is undoubtedly

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Unzipping the Past: The History of the Times Square Electric Zipper Sign

When most people think of Times Square in New York City, they think about its bustling crowds, dazzling lights, towering billboards, and iconic signs. Among the many captivating attractions of the past, “the Zipper”, or

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Black History Month Spotlight: Lewis Latimer- A Remarkable Inventor Who’s Career Transcended Boundaries and Barriers

In the annals of history, there are pioneers whose contributions transcend boundaries, barriers, and time, leaving a lasting impact on the world. One such luminary is Lewis Latimer, an African-American inventor and engineer who played

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Peter Mole: The Academy Awards Favorite Cinema Lighting Professional 

In the world of cinema, there are unsung heroes whose contributions often go unnoticed because they take place behind the scenes. One such luminary is Peter Mole, the visionary behind Mole Richardson, a renowned lighting

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Wabash, Indiana: The First Electrically Lighted City in the World

In the late 19th century, as the world was on the brink of an industrial revolution, a small city in Indiana embarked on a groundbreaking journey that would forever change the way we view electricity. 

Wabash,

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My Kind of Sign: C-H-I-C-A-G-O Theater’s Iconic Electric Sign

No electric sign is as tied to a city’s history and culture as the historic 6-story vertical Chicago Theater sign on State Street (yes, that great street). That sign along with the theater’s marquee has

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Stanley McCandless: The Father of Modern Lighting Design and His Brilliant Legacy

In the world of theater, film, and architecture, lighting design plays a crucial role in setting the mood, enhancing performances, and creating immersive experiences. Behind this art form stands one influential figure who revolutionized the

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Taming the Traffic Chaos: The Inception of the Electric Traffic Light

In the bustling streets of urban America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, chaos and confusion reigned supreme; however, a beacon of order and organization would soon emerge to reign in the madness

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In the Limelight: The First Theatrical Follow-Spot Light

Early theatrical lighting employed many different techniques and technologies, but arguable one of the most interesting in the mid-1800’s was an invention called the Limelight.

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History of Sport Stadium Lighting

Sports stadium lighting has come a long way over the years, from the humble beginnings of incandescent lighting to the complex LED systems we have today. The use of artificial light has been essential in

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The First Neon Sign In Las Vegas Appears

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Pearl Street Station Powers Lower Manhattan

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The Merging of Osram and GTE’s SYLVANIA

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