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Photographs of Vanguard Lounge sign, Las Vegas (Nev.), June 28, 2017
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Archival Collection
Description
Site address: 516 Fremont St
Sign owner: Andrew and Jennifer Wheatley
Sign details: The building was originally constructed in 1951. Previously to the lounge opening it was Fremont Street Guitars. Andrew and Jennifer Wheatley opened the lounge in 2010 after 30 years of experience together in the industry. This trendy bar has Modern-Industrial Decor, as you can see with their black building with a glass garage door entrance.
Sign condition: 5- newer sign that lights up brightly at night
Sign form: Hanging sign
Sign-specific description: Right above the entrance is a black canopy, but at night a white neon tube illuminates the perimeter of the canopy. The canopy also showcases their street address 516 in white channeled numbers. Above the canopy there is a beam which acts as a support for their main sign. Their main sign is a black rectangle which is also attached to the building. The sign states Vanguard Lounge in white skeletal neon letters. The word Vanguard is in a thick block-type print letters. Lounge is written in a smaller but similar type-font.
Sign - type of display: Neon
Sign - media: Steel
Sign environment: This is located in the Fremont East district in between Las Vegas Blvd. and 6th St. This locations storefront is located in between the Therapy restaurant and Red dance club (used to be the old Coin Insert bar).
Sign manufacturer: Valley Signs and Lighting
Sign - date of installation: 2010
Sign - date of redesign/move: Vanguard used the old sign box that the previous company used and added their logo in neon in 2010.
Sign - thematic influences: The skeletal neon showcases a simple yet classic design. It also showcases the Modern trendy vibe.
Sign - artistic significance: The sign does have a modern vibe but is staying true to the Neon culture of downtown.
Survey - research locations: Vanguard lounge website http://www.vanguardlv.com/vanguard_lounge_venue , Las Vegas Sun https://lasvegassun.com/news/2010/sep/20/vanguard-lounge-opens-fremont-street/ , Assessor's page
Survey - research notes: Definition of Vanguard is a group of people leading the way in new developments/ideas. This is possibly alluding to their theme of being different than the other bars downtown. Coincidentally there was a dance club in L.A. also called Vanguard, but no connection found between the properties besides their modern dance vibes.
Surveyor: Emily Fellmer
Survey - date completed: 2017-08-11
Sign keywords: Neon; Steel; Hanging; Pole sign; Roof Sign
Mixed Content
Photograph of the Flamingo Hotel at sunset, Las Vegas, circa mid 1950s
Date
Archival Collection
Description
Image
Photograph of individuals at Special Collections, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, September 1975
Date
Archival Collection
Description
From left to right: Susan Jarvis, Hal Erickson, and Alfreda Blood in the Special Collections department at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). They are examining the Leonard T. Blood papers just donated to UNLV Special Collections.
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Index card envelopes cataloging films released between 1937 and 1977; includes titles, release details, credits, and newspaper and magazine clippings highlighting each film's premiere, approximately 1950 to 1977
Level of Description
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Howard Hughes Film Production Records
Box/Folder: Box 431 (Restrictions apply), Box 432 (Restrictions apply), Box 433 (Restrictions apply), Box 434 (Restrictions apply), Box 435 (Restrictions apply), Box 436 (Restrictions apply), Box 437 (Restrictions apply), Box 438 (Restrictions apply), Box 439 (Restrictions apply), Box 440 (Restrictions apply), Box 441 (Restrictions apply), Box 442 (Restrictions apply), Box 443 (Restrictions apply), Box 444 (Restrictions apply), Box 445 (Restrictions apply), Box 446 (Restrictions apply), Box 447 (Restrictions apply), Box 448 (Restrictions apply), Box 449 (Restrictions apply), Box 450 (Restrictions apply), Box 451 (Restrictions apply), Box 452 (Restrictions apply), Box 453 (Restrictions apply), Box 454 (Restrictions apply), Box 455 (Restrictions apply), Box 456 (Restrictions apply), Box 457 (Restrictions apply), Box 458 (Restrictions apply), Box 459 (Restrictions apply), Box 460 (Restrictions apply), Box 461 (Restrictions apply), Box 462 (Restrictions apply), Box 463 (Restrictions apply), Box 464 (Restrictions apply), Box 465 (Restrictions apply), Box 466 (Restrictions apply), Box 467 (Restrictions apply), Box 468 (Restrictions apply), Box 469 (Restrictions apply), Box 470 (Restrictions apply), Box 471 (Restrictions apply), Box 472 (Restrictions apply), Box 473 (Restrictions apply), Box 474 (Restrictions apply), Box 475 (Restrictions apply), Box 476 (Restrictions apply)
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Castaways Hotel and Casino Photograph Collection
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Abstract
The Castaways Hotel and Casino Photograph Collection, approximately 1963 to 1987, consists of black-and-white and color photographic prints and negatives. Images depict the exterior of the entrance to the property, the mega-pylon sign, the pool area, and the “Gateway to Luck” replica temple in the courtyard area. The interior images depict various hotel rooms and suites, a couple dining, and a performance by Rusty Isabel, an entertainer in the Kon Tiki Lounge inside the property.
Archival Collection
First Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Photograph Collection
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Abstract
The First Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Photograph Collection, approximately 1930 to 1950, consists of black-and-white photographic prints and negatives depicting the construction of the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Las Vegas, Nevada. Also included are images of parish leaders and the ground breaking ceremony for the grand opening.
Archival Collection
Paul J. Richert Photograph Collection
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Abstract
The Paul J. Richert Photograph Collection (approximately 1950-1951) consists of black-and-white photographic prints and negatives depicting the swimming pools at the Desert Inn and Flamingo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Also included is an image of the Las Vegas High School Rhythmettes dance group and an image of the El Rancho Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.
Archival Collection
Nadine Tobin Collection of Helldorado Photographs
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Abstract
The Nadine Tobin Collection of Helldorado Photographs, approximately 1940 to 1959, contains black-and-white photographic prints depicting parade floats during Helldorado Days celebrations in Las Vegas, Nevada. Also included is one image of a primary school class in Las Vegas.
Archival Collection
Lawrence Revere Papers
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Abstract
The Lawrence Revere Papers primarily consist of correspondence between Lawrence Revere and the developers of blackjack betting systems dating from 1965 to 1970. The collection includes information about blackjack gambling systems, correspondence with gambling experts, and press material regarding the publication of Revere's book
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