Roadhouse Relics

Roadhouse Relics Roadhouse Relics is the family owned Austin, Texas, studio, gallery and gift shop where neon artist

In 1997, Todd turned a crumbling old fruit stand on S. 1st street into an Austin landmark that the New York Times has since listed as a must see. The gallery is most often identified by the iconic “Greetings from Austin” postcard mural on the side of the building. In true South Austin spirit, the mural was painted before the collapsed roof was replaced. Todd has built a career designing and crafti

ng original, entirely handmade neon works with the same care and craftsmanship as the original master sign makers. He calls his style modern vintage, but considers himself a pop artist, sharing an artistic vein mined by Andy Warhol and similar creative talents. Sanders’ work is prized by art collectors and celebrities including Willie Nelson, Shepard Fairey, Norah Jones, Kacey Musgraves, Johnny Depp and Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top).

Watching your kid turn an idea into reality is pretty incredible. Our son came up with the idea for a t-shirt line feat...
05/30/2026

Watching your kid turn an idea into reality is pretty incredible.

Our son came up with the idea for a t-shirt line featuring the coordinates of iconic destinations, and we couldn’t be more proud of his creativity, initiative, and drive to learn how business really works. From choosing the locations to picking the colors and designs, he’s been hands-on every step of the way.

And honestly… the shirts turned out really cool.

Take a look and support a young entrepreneur — available now on our online store. Link in bio.

The last time Todd saw it was circa 1982 at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds. This time there were a few more fans in t...
05/16/2026

The last time Todd saw it was circa 1982 at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds. This time there were a few more fans in the audience. Thank you for the opportunity to hear King George again!

When music, art, and a little Texas electricity collide…An unforgettable day at Roadhouse Relics with one of country mus...
05/15/2026

When music, art, and a little Texas electricity collide…
An unforgettable day at Roadhouse Relics with one of country music’s finest . Good people, great stories, and a whole lot of neon glow.
Some things we can’t share just yet… but trust us, this one was special. Stay tuned.
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Every year I have the honor of making a new topper for the neon I created a dozen or so years ago. I had so much fun wi...
04/17/2026

Every year I have the honor of making a new topper for the neon I created a dozen or so years ago. I had so much fun with this year’s choice. Aaand it the first year I get to bring my ‘June’ to the show. She had to work today, installing the neon. But tomorrow is just for fun.

Every year I have the honor of creating a new topper for the neon I made a dozen or so years ago. I think this one is my...
04/17/2026

Every year I have the honor of creating a new topper for the neon I made a dozen or so years ago. I think this one is my new favorite. Aaand It’s my first year to bring my ‘June’ out. We’ll be there tomorrow enjoying the show. Come by if you can.

Every year I have the honor of creating a new car topper for the Lonestar Round up neon I created a dozen or so years ag...
04/17/2026

Every year I have the honor of creating a new car topper for the Lonestar Round up neon I created a dozen or so years ago. I think this is my favorite. And it my ‘June’s’ first trip to the show. She had to work today installing the neon. But tomorrow is gonna be a fun day.

“Handful of Thorns” has found its new home.A ruby-red neon glow—bold, radiant, and alive. Light, color, and a little ele...
04/10/2026

“Handful of Thorns” has found its new home.
A ruby-red neon glow—bold, radiant, and alive.
Light, color, and a little electricity transforming this space into something unforgettable. ✨

Todd Sanders’ Lone Star Glow: Texas Icons in Neon is lighting up the on view now through April 12th.Get a behind-the-sc...
03/30/2026

Todd Sanders’ Lone Star Glow: Texas Icons in Neon is lighting up the on view now through April 12th.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Todd’s creative process, the stories behind the pieces, and the journey that brought this exhibition to life.
🎥 watch the full video

https://youtu.be/6q3fumia644

Hot cars and cool neon just seem to go together. Thanks for sharing.
03/26/2026

Hot cars and cool neon just seem to go together. Thanks for sharing.

When Billy F Gibbons plugs into an amp, the sound comes alive…When Todd Sanders fires up neon, high-voltage transformers...
03/22/2026

When Billy F Gibbons plugs into an amp, the sound comes alive…
When Todd Sanders fires up neon, high-voltage transformers come into glow.

Different tools. Same current.

Billy’s a collector—picking up multiple neon pieces along with the many friends and fans that appreciate the spark and shine.

Electricity, turned into art. 🎸⚡🎨

Address

1720 S 1st Street
Austin, TX
78704

Telephone

(512) 442-6366

Website

https://roadhouse-relics.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage/products/neon-road-the-art

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