Bring Back the Blade!
Originally installed in 1949, the blade sign beckoned locals and visitors alike to forget their troubles and enjoy a night at The Wallace. Removed in the 80s, as of December 19, 2023 the Blade is Back!
Lightbulbs are still available for purchase until all are sold! Of the 300 bulbs, only 60 are still available as of December 23rd. Reserve yours now before they are gone! Don’t miss your chance to help light up Downtown Levelland and be part of history!
Project Scope
The original Wallace Sign was installed with the theater renovations around 1949. It featured neon lighting, six-foot wide letters on two sides, stood approximately 42 feet tall, and was constructed of solid steel.
The new blade, designed to replicate the old, will be constructed with more aluminum and lighter in weight. It will feature a lighted chaser antenna and LED Neon lighting to conserve energy. It will also feature a moveable letter marquee with open-faced bulbs to add a historic look.
This historic photo (left) shows the original blade sign and letter marquee. On the right is a photo of the new blade before the marquee installation. 12.08.2023
You can make a difference! Sponsor one of the letters or lightbulbs, join the LHS Class Challenge, or simply donate to the Blade fund. Thank you for helping us restore this treasured symbol!
Sponsor a Lightbulb
For $250, you can sponsor one of the light bulbs that will surround the vintage style marquee. For a fun family event, join us for a special ceremony and screw in the bulb you sponsored! You will also receive a replica of the bulb. There are only 300 lightbulbs available, reserve yours now!
Thank you Letter Sponsors
Thank you to the generous businesses and individuals who supported our sign by sponsoring the letters!
W - Christy & Steve Wright | Vanessa N. Ruiz, MBA
A - Generous Donor | In Memory of Bob & Linda Odell by Brent, Madison, & Hallie Partain
L - LHS Alumni Class Challenge! 1 L for the Class of 2002!
L - LHS Alumni Class Challenge!
A - Fiona Prabhu | Alan Henry Insurance
C - Generous Donor | G&C Contracting
E - Independent Electric | Black Gold Electric
LHS Class Challenge
Leaderboard:
Class of 2002 | $3,203
Class of 1978 | $1000 -Done!
Class of 1974 | $207
Class of 1973 | $500
Class of 1972 | $140
Class of 1970 | $610
Class of 1969 | $20
Class of 1966 | $1000 - Done!
Class of 1965 | $700
Class of 1964 | $25
We are challenging each class of LHS Alumni to raise $1,000. Each contributing class will be part of a special group reunion celebration at the Wallace! When you make your donation, please note your LHS class year so we can attribute it to your class total.
Congratulations to the Class of 2002 for taking the Challenge up a notch to sponsor a whole letter at $5,000!
All classes will be recognized on a permanent display honoring their commitment to this community project.
Looking to be a leader for your class? Contact Alycyn Keeling at alycyn@wallacetheater.com. Class leaders will be provided with social media prompts and resources to post in order to reach their class.