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MacDonald Ranch Development Records

Identifier

MS-00892

Abstract

The MacDonald Ranch Development Records (1972-2010) contain correspondence, maps, master plans, architectural drawings, civil drawings, and landscape drawings primarily detailing the community development process of MacDonald Ranch, one of the oldest master-planned communities in Henderson, Nevada. Additional materials include project management documentation; land assessments and investigations; municipal infrastructure studies and construction plans, including water use and drainage, environmental impacts, traffic and roadways, and electricity; property title and sale documents; and various additional materials documenting the community development process.

Archival Collection

Clinton Wright Photographs

Identifier

PH-00379

Abstract

The Clinton Wright Photographs (1964-2018) contains black-and-white photographic negatives of various sizes, dating from 1964 to 1971. The images document the Black experience in Las Vegas, Nevada during the 1960s and 1970s, and capture scenes of everyday life in the historic Black neighborhood known as the Westside, social events such as weddings and parties, and events hosted by local churches. The collection also contains a photograph of Clinton Wright from 2017 when he visited the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Special Collections and Archives, and a memorial program for his wife, Joyce Wright, who passed away in 2018.

Archival Collection

Donn Arden Photographs

Identifier

PH-00328

Abstract

The Donn Arden Photographs (approximately 1920-1989) contain photographs, negatives, and photographic slides of dancer and choreographer Donn Arden. The photographs primarily document Arden's life as a dancer and choreographer in Las Vegas, Nevada and in Paris, France, including performances at the Stardust Hotel, Desert Inn, and MGM Grand in Las Vegas and the Lido in Paris. The photographs also depict rehearsals, dancers, showgirls, Arden's friends and family, and performance locations.

Archival Collection

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Theta Theta Omega Chapter 73rd Far Western Regional conference agenda and report

Date

2002-05-01 to 2002-05-05

Description

From the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Theta Theta Omega Chapter Records (MS-01014) -- Chapter records file.

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Photograph of computer display showing electricity generation levels soon after morning start up, September 24, 2014

Date

2014-09-24

Description

Computer display showing electricity generation levels soon after morning start up. Note: Unit 3 was not in service on this day.

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Photograph of Unit 2 tower producing electricity by concentrated solar thermal technology, September 24, 2014

Date

2014-09-24

Description

Unit 2 tower producing electricity by concentrated solar thermal technology. Water is superheated in a boiler at the top of the tower, which creates steam to drive steam turbines, which in turn generate electricity.

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Photograph of hill formation rising above the alluvial slope at the eastern boundaries of Units 2 and 3 with heliostat installation complete, March 21, 2013

Date

2013-03-21

Description

A hill formation rises above the alluvial slope at the eastern boundaries of Units 2 and 3 with heliostat installation complete

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Photograph of Unit 1 solar field and power block with Primm Valley Golf Club and Primm, July 28, 2011

Date

2011-07-28

Description

Overview of Unit 1 solar field and power block with Primm Valley Golf Club and Primm, Nevada in background

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Photograph of early excavation for substation, operations center, construction block, and Unit 1 power block, January 14, 2011

Date

2011-01-14

Description

Early excavation for substation, operations center, construction block, and Unit 1 power block with Primm Valley Golf Club and Interstate 15 in the distance

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