Street Corner Stories: 10am

09/12/2020 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM PT

Admission

  • $30.00

Description

Join us for a curated walk through Downtown where street corners are telling the stories of the day. The 90 minute walking tour, navigated by cultural urbanist, Richard Hooker, will highlight eight street intersections, mostly along Fremont, with original narratives layered in architectural, commercial, and social histories, all informed by mid-century perspectives, and spiced with some quirky Vegas lore.

 

We meet up at 10thand Fremont, a corner igniting Atomic memories along a post-war stylish motel row, with mid-mod roadside beacons blinking neon, pools, refrigeration, a corner now punctuated with the re-settling of the 1970s Golden Goose sign, twirling with a Vegas reminder of the meanings of the golden eggs. Then we’ll head up to Fremont for the rest of the story.

 

COVID 19 SAFETY AND MORE:

To keep our staff, patrons, and volunteers safe, outdoor tours, including check-in proceedings have been adapted for COVID 19.

HEALTH AND SAFETY CHECK IN: · Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for your tour o Upon arrival, your friendly check in host will ask you a brief series of health questions. At this time the host will also take your temperature using a touchless thermometer.

If you are sick, please do not attend.

MANDATORY MASKS: · Masks are required throughout the duration of the program. Please bring your own mask. NPF will have a limited supply of back-up masks

STAYING APART TOGETHER · Please practice sensible social distancing, keeping a healthy distance between you and other tour guests. Tour groups size has been reduced accordingly

STAY HYDRATED: · Please plan to bring your own water. NPF will have a limited supply of back-up water.

KIND COOPERATION AND PATIENCE IS REQUIRED: · Distancing and safety measures require added preparation, time, and attention. · Our volunteer guides and hosts have been instructed to strictly enforce all safety and health protocols. · Thank you for your support and cooperation!

Nevada Preservation Foundation is committed to the preservation of Nevada’s historic residential

architecture amd works with local neighborhoods to obtain historic designations. Proceeds from this tour

as well as other Home + History events help to fund our mission throughout the year.

 

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

AGES 

  • Registrants must be at least 14 years old and purchase a ticket.

  • Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

ADDITIONAL EVENT INFORMATION 

  • Arrive early. Tour leaves promptly.

  • Masks are required.  This policy is strictly enforced!

  • This event involves significant walking. Please wear comfortable shoes and be prepared  to walk! 

  • This event will take place rain or shine. Please check the weather for appropriate dress. 

PARKING  

  • This tour meets and departs from the intersection of 10th and Fremont. 

  • Meter parking is also available throughout the area. 

ACCESSIBILITY 

  • For any accessibility-related questions and/or needs please call us  855-968-3973 x 705 or email Rosie@nevadapreservation.org. We  will do our best to accommodate our guests. 

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