Ren GudinoMar 15, 20232 minThe Birth of Highway Gothic With the standardization of the interstate system in the 1950's, came the birth of Highway Gothic for maximum legibility.
Ren GudinoFeb 22, 20233 minWhy Stop Signs Are Red: A Fascinating Origin StoryThe first stop signs were yellow and we can thank trains and reflectivity for the changes that finally led to our standard red stop signs!
Ren GudinoNov 16, 20222 minThe Penna Turnpike: There's More To It Than You ThinkWhile noticing a “Penna Turnpike” sign, I thought, “oh yeah, why is it called Penna?” I’ve heard “Penn” used for the university and...
Carrie CrockerJan 6, 20223 minHouse Numbers Offer Safety and DirectionHouse numbering is the system of giving a unique number to each building in a street or area, with the intention of making it easier to...