Abstract: An electrically powered sign is provided having a flat transparent sign display panel containing an alphanumeric sign message, a flat light source placed in close proximity, or directly affixed, to the sign display panel, a frame of varying configurations supporting the flat light source and the sign display such that the flat light source, when powered on, shines light through the sign display making the sign message visible in low light conditions, and a serviceable portable power source to provide electrical power to the flat light source, attached to the frame, whereby the electrically powered sign is self-contained and portable, and capable of being placed anywhere for displaying the sign displays alphanumeric sign message.