Duellman's Motel Sign in Westmont, Illinois

by John Margolies

Relive that traditional form of American roadside nostalgia through this stunning photograph of the Duellman’s Motel sign in Westmont, Illinois captured by the renowned architect and photographer John Margolies in 2003.

This picture depicts the various elements of vintage commercial signage from the large red neon sign that reads "Duellman's Motel" to the old retrofitted signs such as “Kitchenettes,” “Air conditioned,” “Free HBO,” and “Playrooms.” The sign is mounted on an interesting teal colored post adorned with white polka dots.