OLD LAS VEGAS MORMON FORT
LAS VEGAS, NV
The Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort is located in Las Vegas, Nevada and is a historical landmark that was built in 1855. It is considered to be the oldest structure in the city and was originally established as a trading post for travelers and pioneers heading to California. The fort was built by a group of Mormon missionaries led by William Bringhurst, and was used as a stopping point for those who were traveling on the Mormon Road.
The fort was constructed out of adobe bricks and was surrounded by a 14-foot high wall that was used for protection against hostile Native American tribes. The fort also had a small chapel, a blacksmith shop, and a handful of homes for the Mormon families who lived and worked there.
In the years following its construction, the fort became an important stop for traders and travelers, and even served as a military outpost during the Civil War. However, as the city of Las Vegas grew and expanded, the fort was eventually abandoned and fell into disrepair.
Today, the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort has been restored and serves as a museum that showcases the history of the city and the role that the fort played in its early development. Visitors can explore the reconstructed buildings, learn about the pioneers who lived and worked there, and gain a deeper understanding of the rich history of Las Vegas.
OLD LAS VEGAS MORMON FORT is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in LAS VEGAS NV. US MID #8403200012
The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).
Contact OLD LAS VEGAS MORMON FORT
- telephone: 7024863511
OLD LAS VEGAS MORMON FORT
908 LAS VEGAS BLVD N
LAS VEGAS
NV
89101
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MID # | 8403200012 |
Name | OLD LAS VEGAS MORMON FORT |
Alternate Name | |
Classification | Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Western |
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) | |
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INCOME | 0 |
REVENUE | 0 |
LAT/LONG | 36.1794, -115.134632 |
CODES | FIPS State Code: 32 FIPS County Code: 003 US Census Tract: 000402 US Census Block: 1004 |