Boulder Highway, or State Route 582, was built in 1931 with the original purpose of connecting the Five Points area (the Charleston Boulevard and Fremont Street intersection near Downtown Las Vegas) to Railroad Pass in Henderson, and was later extended to provide access for the construction of Hoover Dam. At one time, Boulder Highway was […]
As part of the Brookings Scholar Lecture Series, Brookings Mountain West invites presents a lecture titled "Fentanyl Trafficking: The Role of Mexico and China and US Policy Responses" by Brookings senior fellow in foreign policy, Vanda Felbab-Brown. The evolution of fentanyl trafficking patterns and the role of Mexican and Chinese criminal networks, as well as […]
Showgirls! The Legacy of Glitz and Glam is an exhibit created from the 16th Annual Showgirl Art Competition and curriculum-based educational program, which inspires students to learn about the history of the iconic showgirl and stage show spectaculars through art. The exhibit includes 40 student and community artists paintings of the costumes on display from: […]
The National Aging In Place Council and the Artifcts app present Share Your Legacy with Matt Paxton Live In-Person. He'll offer local resources, experiences, and a special Show and Tell segment. Paxton is the author of "Keep The Memories, Lose The Stuff" and featured on A&E's Hoarders for 15 years along with PBS's Legacy List […]
Historian and author Dr. Paul Koudounaris will talk about the history of America’s Felines, and their oft neglected contributions. Presented with slideshow of historical images, the talk will take the audience on an historical journey to reclaim the heroic and prodigious achievements of some of history’s greatest cats. Learn about cats in wartime and their […]
This is a screening of rarely seen film from the 1920s and 1930s. Accompanying the film screening will be a talk from Lost City Museum archaeologist Virginia Lucas. The talk will be followed by a Q&A session. This event takes place in the Special Events Room at the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas. The List […]
Celebrate Black History Month with the opening of Resilience, a community-created cultural exhibition and museum-created historical exploration of African Americans’ scientific contributions. Launching February 1, the exhibition features a unique collection of art and poetry by community members and families, as well as weekend workshops. On exhibit through Feb. 29. The List relies on you […]
Celebrating Costumes: A Collaborative Art is an event dedicated to show the collaborative nature of fashion, history, and film. With a goal to recreate the costume room within UNLV’s Film Department and foster a creative space for students, UNLV Film, Reid Public History Institute, and Runway Rebels invite the public to attend this night full […]
The new nightly "Viva Las Vegas" Neon Museum Tour offers a cinematic journey through the glittering streets of Las Vegas with the Viva Las Vegas Movie Tour at The Neon Museum. The guided experience invites film enthusiasts and city explorers alike to delve into the iconic backdrops and neon-lit landscapes that have graced the silver […]
Celebrate Black History Month with the opening of Resilience, a community-created cultural exhibition and museum-created historical exploration of African Americans’ scientific contributions. Launching February 1, the exhibition features a unique collection of art and poetry by community members and families, as well as weekend workshops. On exhibit through Feb. 29. The List relies on you […]
The new nightly "Viva Las Vegas" Neon Museum Tour offers a cinematic journey through the glittering streets of Las Vegas with the Viva Las Vegas Movie Tour at The Neon Museum. The guided experience invites film enthusiasts and city explorers alike to delve into the iconic backdrops and neon-lit landscapes that have graced the silver […]
Join The Mob Museum to mark the Museum’s 12th anniversary with a free day for Nevada residents. Non-residents will receive buy-one, get-one admission. To commemorate the anniversary, step back in time with an exclusive showcase of the two Thompson submachine guns that were used in the infamous St. Valentine’s Day Massacre on February 14, 1929. […]
Celebrate Black History Month with the opening of Resilience, a community-created cultural exhibition and museum-created historical exploration of African Americans’ scientific contributions. Launching February 1, the exhibition features a unique collection of art and poetry by community members and families, as well as weekend workshops. On exhibit through Feb. 29. The List relies on you […]
The new nightly "Viva Las Vegas" Neon Museum Tour offers a cinematic journey through the glittering streets of Las Vegas with the Viva Las Vegas Movie Tour at The Neon Museum. The guided experience invites film enthusiasts and city explorers alike to delve into the iconic backdrops and neon-lit landscapes that have graced the silver […]
The 15th annual Black History Month Festival at the Springs Preserve and Nevada State Museum is set to celebrate the contributions of African-Americans to Southern Nevada's rich history and culture. Expect family-friendly educational activities, live music, dance performances, arts, crafts, historic photo exhibits, and African-American cuisine. Admission to the festival includes free entrance to the […]
Miss Atomic Bomb stands in the desert with her arms stretched high to the sky, wearing a beaming smile and a mushroom cloud bathing suit. The photograph and its various other iterations are embedded in Las Vegas lore – but what’s the truth behind these iconic images? Join historian and founding member of the Atomic […]
Celebrate Black History Month with the opening of Resilience, a community-created cultural exhibition and museum-created historical exploration of African Americans’ scientific contributions. Launching February 1, the exhibition features a unique collection of art and poetry by community members and families, as well as weekend workshops. On exhibit through Feb. 29. The List relies on you […]
The new nightly "Viva Las Vegas" Neon Museum Tour offers a cinematic journey through the glittering streets of Las Vegas with the Viva Las Vegas Movie Tour at The Neon Museum. The guided experience invites film enthusiasts and city explorers alike to delve into the iconic backdrops and neon-lit landscapes that have graced the silver […]
Part lecture, part light musical performance, here's your chance to listen to showman Gary Nassif share his memories of great stars as he sings from the Great American songbook of golden Hollywood stars such as: Loretta Young, Debbie Reynolds, Donna Reed, George Montgomery, Danny Thomas, Doris Day, Flip Wilson, Jeffrey Hunter, and Don De Fore. […]
Celebrate Black History Month with the opening of Resilience, a community-created cultural exhibition and museum-created historical exploration of African Americans’ scientific contributions. Launching February 1, the exhibition features a unique collection of art and poetry by community members and families, as well as weekend workshops. On exhibit through Feb. 29. The List relies on you […]
The new nightly "Viva Las Vegas" Neon Museum Tour offers a cinematic journey through the glittering streets of Las Vegas with the Viva Las Vegas Movie Tour at The Neon Museum. The guided experience invites film enthusiasts and city explorers alike to delve into the iconic backdrops and neon-lit landscapes that have graced the silver […]
This celebration of the style, music, and scooters features live music, special meet-ups, rides, parties, and more. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
Danielle Roth-Johnson, Ph.D., from the Department of Interdisciplinary, Gender & Ethnic Studies at UNLV, is set to share "Save Our Mother! Women Working for the Environment," a presentation on women around the world who have worked to protect our health and the environment. By focusing on their life histories, you will learn about their contributions […]
This free discussion on architectural preservation in Las Vegas features a keynote by architect and writer Alan Hess. The List relies on you to cover our expenses and pay our hard-working curators. Become a supporter today!
"Across the Tracks: A Las Vegas Westside Story" will open to the public on Wednesday, March 6 at 6 p.m. at the Galaxy Theaters at The Boulevard Mall. Additional viewing dates and times will be announced soon. Details and ticket information will soon be available at http://Slicktion.com. The documentary produced and directed by Emmett Gates […]
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