Lookie-loos, architectural fans and history buffs will enjoy this very special weekend in the city as Home + History Las Vegas celebrates its annual heritage tourism event in Southern Nevada, presented by the Nevada Preservation Foundation.
From April 27-30, guests can purchase tickets to more than 40 tours that shine a spotlight on the city’s various neighborhoods that housed the city’s notables and entertainers, as well as families that helped build Las Vegas. It’s also an opportunity for people to discover the beautiful and captivating architecture that gives Las Vegas its character. Homeowners and volunteers from the Nevada Preservation Foundation are stationed at each of the 10 homes featured on the tour to answer questions and provide insight into each homes’ particular period architecture and history.
Highlighted tours include the signature Vintage Vegas Home Tour, a self-driven experience that gives access to the inside and outside of 10 mid-century homes in the historic neighborhood of Beverly Green. Stop and check out houses like the Lava House, a home built in 1963 that has been restored to its former glory, complete with lava rock fireplace and vintage tiki décor in the lounge and bar areas.
Another fun tour includes the Chic + Fab Walking Tour, also through the Beverly Green neighborhood. Guided by a NPF volunteer, guests can check out the mid-century homes through four tracks spread over five blocks. See homes that belonged to families that helped build Las Vegas, such as the Peterson family, owners of the famed Westward Ho hotel and the home of the Doumani family, the builders of the La Concha Motel.
Other tours during the Home + History Las Vegas weekend includes the Paradise Palms Neighborhood tour, where guests will not only see impressive architecture but also learn the storied past of homes in the neighborhood. There is also the Martini Tour: Elvis Slept Here, a special look into the over-the-top penthouse suite at Westgate Las Vegas, where Elvis stayed during his historic run of concerts (when it was called The International).
Or go on the Mid Mod Madness tour through mid-century neighborhoods and see beautifully restored homes in the styles of tiki ranches, Cinderella ranches and minimal traditional.
For tickets to all tours and more information, visit homeandhistorylv.com
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