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Geologic events formed the state's Basin and Range topography, the "Nevada Basin" physiographic region, [6] and the central Nevada desert (e.g., the recession of the Pleistocene Lake Lahontan changed the Humboldt River course), and Great Basin.
There are 8 National Historic Landmarks (NHLs) in Nevada. The U.S. National Historic Landmark program is operated under the auspices of the National Park Service , and recognizes structures, districts, objects, and similar resources nationwide according to a list of criteria of national significance.
In 1957, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas was established, initially as a branch of the University of Nevada, Reno and becoming independent in 1969. In 1959, the Clark County Commission built the Las Vegas Convention Center, which became a vital part of the area's economy. Southwest Gas expanded into Las Vegas in 1954.
Nevada Historical Society established. [5] Carnegie Free Public Library opens. [6] 1905 – Virginia Street Bridge rebuilt. 1907 Reno Commercial Club incorporated. [3] City Hall rebuilt. [3] Richard Kirman, Sr. becomes mayor. University of Nevada's Mackay School of Mines established. [4] 1910 July 4: Jeffries-Johnson boxing match held.
University of Nevada, Las Vegas and United Way of Southern Nevada [10] established. Tropicana in business on the Strip. 1958 Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada established. [11] 1959 The Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign is built, designed by Betty Willis at the request of a local salesman who sold it to Clark County. Oran K. Gragson becomes ...
Nevada historical markers identify significant places of interest in Nevada's history. The Historic Marker Program was initiated by the Nevada State Legislature in 1967 to bring the state's heritage to the public's attention with on-site markers. Because of budget cuts the program became dormant in 2009.
The following are approximate tallies of current listings by county. These counts are based on entries in the National Register Information Database as of April 24, 2008 [1] and new weekly listings posted since then on the National Register of Historic Places web site. [2]
Political events in Nevada (4 C, 3 P) S. Sports competitions in Nevada (13 C, 4 P) T. Trials in Nevada (4 P) Pages in category "Events in Nevada"