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Rene de Haven Papers

Identifier

MS-00586

Abstract

The Rene de Haven Papers contain photographs, costume designs, promotional show materials, press clippings, music manuscripts and productio notes, and audio recordings of dancer and choreographer Rene de Haven from 1944 to 2011. Personal papers, prints, proof sheets, black-and-white and color photographs document de Haven's work in dancing and choreography in Las Vegas, Nevada and Los Angeles, California.

Archival Collection

Von Tobel Family Papers

Identifier

MS-00589

Abstract

The Von Tobel Family Papers (1905-1997) consist of photographs, correspondence, and financial reports pertaining to the early Las Vegas Von Tobel family and their businesses, which they operated in Las Vegas, Nevada. The collection also contains newspaper clippings covering the life of Edward Von Tobel Sr. and some of the operational business records of the Von Tobel Hardware Store No. 301.

Archival Collection

Las Vegas Variety Club Records

Identifier

MS-00590

Abstract

The Las Vegas Variety Club Records (1950-1996) consist of newspaper clippings and photographs that focus on the services the group provided to special needs children. Also included are several scrapbooks documenting the organization’s major activities in the 1950s and 1960s.

Archival Collection

Clifford Jones Family Papers

Identifier

MS-00596

Abstract

The Clifford Jones Family Papers (1900-2005) consist of awards for community service, newspaper clippings, correspondence sent to family members by Cliff Jones when he was in the military, and photograph albums of the Jones family. Clifford Jones was the 20th Lieutenant Governor for Nevada from 1947 to 1954.

Archival Collection

Shelley Berkley Papers

Identifier

MS-00599

Abstract

The Shelley Berkley Papers (1987-2012) consist primarily of correspondence and other documents pertaining to Shelley Berkley's tenure as United States Representative for Nevada 1st congressional district. Topics include nuclear waste storage at Yucca Mountain, education, women's rights, health care, foreign affairs, veterans, economics, and homeland security. The collection also includes photographs, interviews, and awards. Shelley Berkley served as a member of Congress between 1999 and 2013.

Archival Collection

Margaret Kelly Collection on the Bluebell Girls

Identifier

MS-00604

Abstract

The Margaret Kelly Collection on the Bluebell Girls (1935-1997) includes personal scrapbooks created by Margaret Kelly, programs from international shows featuring the Bluebell Girls dance troupe, and photographs of the Bluebell Girls. The scrapbooks include newspaper clippings covering Kelly's work at the Folies-Bergère and Lido de Paris, Paris, France, and her long career as creator and manager of the world famous Bluebell Girls. Also included are materials from 1958 about the Bluebell Girls shows in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Ken Tiffany Music Scores

Identifier

MS-00611

Abstract

The Ken Tiffany Music Scores (approximately 1956-1999) comprise a collection of published sheet music and original handwritten scores composed by Tiffany. The material also includes several pictures of Tiffany.

Archival Collection

Danny Cassella Collection of Sheet Music

Identifier

MS-00614

Abstract

The Danny Cassella Collection of Sheet Music (1940s-1960s) consists of stock arrangements for songs and scores from the 1940s through the 1960s. The arrangements were collected by musician Danny Cassella. Additionally the collection contains several Tune-Dex cards.

Archival Collection

Marzette Lewis Papers

Identifier

MS-00621

Abstract

The Marzette Lewis Papers (1970-2011) reflect Lewis' extensive history of activism in the Las Vegas, Nevada community regarding the education standards of the Clark County School District (CCSD), and her work to fight discrimination within the district. The bulk of material dates from 1988 to 2009. It contains correspondence, Clark County School District (CCSD) zoning information, CCSD agendas, information on Lewis' two organizations, Westside Action Alliance Korps (W.A.A.K- U.P.) and Concerned Citizens, and video and audio recordings.

Archival Collection

Las Vegas Contemporary Arts Center Records

Identifier

MS-00643

Abstract

The Las Vegas Contemporary Arts Center Records (1985-2012) are comprised of the organizational records of the Las Vegas Contemporary Arts Center (CAC), located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Materials include administrative files, records of exhibits hosted by the CAC, newspaper clippings, awards, and promotional materials. The records also include photographic prints, slides, and digital images of artwork.

Archival Collection