The Colorado River and Hoover Dam file consists of black-and-white photographic prints and negatives from approximately 1945 to 1956. The images depict the exterior and interior of the Hoover Dam, as well as aerial images of the Hoover Dam and the Colorado River.
The early Las Vegas, Nevada historical materials series dates from 1905 to 1980 and is comprised of visual materials that reflect the development of early Las Vegas, aerial photographs of Las Vegas in 1976, photographs of early built structures, newspaper clippings, and books.
Archival Collection
Von Tobel Family Papers
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Collection Number: MS-00589 Collection Name: Von Tobel Family Papers Box/Folder: N/A
This set includes: preliminary sketches, redlining, site plans, floor plans, building sections, exterior elevations, aerial photos and exterior perspectives.
Archival Collection
Gary Guy Wilson Architectural Drawings
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Collection Number: MS-00439 Collection Name: Gary Guy Wilson Architectural Drawings Box/Folder: Flat File 129, Flat File 614, Flat File 615, Flat File 616, Flat File 617
An image showing an aerial view of Boulder City. The outlines of the small city are distinctively marked by the stark contrast between the city's greenery and the surrounding desert. In the far distance, the shores of Lake Mead can be seen peaking out from behind the mountains. Note: Bits of the airplane from which the image itself was taken can be seen in the upper right corner of the photograph.
An image showing an aerial view of Boulder City. The outlines of the small city are distinctively marked by the stark contrast between the city's greenery and the surrounding desert. In the far distance, the shores of Lake Mead can be seen peaking out from behind the mountains. Note: Bits of the airplane from which the image itself was taken can be seen in the upper right corner of the photograph.
This set includes: floor plans, exterior elevations, interior elevations, finish/door/window schedules, construction details, exiting plans, general specifications, aerial images, wall sections and building sections.
Archival Collection
Gary Guy Wilson Architectural Drawings
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Collection Number: MS-00439 Collection Name: Gary Guy Wilson Architectural Drawings Box/Folder: Roll 167
The Tapping the Colorado project series (2021-2024) is comprised of 268 color images representing a range of aerial photography documenting the historic critical water levels in Lake Mead and Lake Powell in 2021 and 2022. Stillings' artist statement and curriculum vitae are also included in this series.