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Las Vegas museum marks 34 years with new title and mad scientist bash

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LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — Some new and large modifications are underway on the Las Vegas Pure Historical past Museum, which is celebrating its thirty fourth yr of inspiring curiosity in southern Nevada.

First, a reputation change that features the phrase science. Second, a giant weekend celebration.

The museum’s advertising director, Ashley Glenn, mentioned the museum has all the time included science into its packages and displays and needed a reputation that mirrored its full id.

“One that blends hands-on scientific discovery with fascinating natural history.”

Amongst different issues, the museum homes a 20-foot-long T Rex that roars on cue and is a fan favourite amongst kids. There is a not too long ago donated nice white shark that when hung on the Thomas & Mack in honor of legendary UNLV Basketball Coach Jerry Tarkanian. There’s additionally a 10-foot skeleton of a cave bear.

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A ribbon-cutting ceremony takes place on Friday, July 11, at 11 a.m. in partnership with the Henderson Chamber of Commerce, formally commemorating the museum’s new title.

Then there is a mad scientist-themed birthday celebration on Saturday, July 12, from 10 a.m. to three p.m., that includes LEGO constructing, hands-on science experiments, a fossil dig (with treasures to take residence), and even a coloring station hosted by Clark County Household Companies.

For extra info, tickets, or to RSVP to the birthday celebration, go to this hyperlink.

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