Plans for the Redevelopment of Las Vegas’ Historic Commercial Center are Taking Shape

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It is a walkthrough of Las Vegas history. When the Commercial Center opened in 1963, it was considered the crown jewel of shopping centers. Today, it is an outdoor museum of Mid-Century Modern and brutalist architecture. The property is dotted with large-scale mural art. People live and work in the district every day, enjoying its uniqueness.

The landmark was established in 1963. Since then, it has been home to many original small businesses in Las Vegas.

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The Rat Pack visited the Commercial Center Deli and Jackie’s Deli almost daily. Jack Fields, a World War II Navy veteran, is the former owner of Jackie’s Deli, one of the first in the area, which he operated in the Commercial Center on East Sahara Avenue from 1964 to 1975.

Elvis Presley picked out Priscilla’s engagement ring at John Fish Jewelers in the 60’s. Elvis and Priscilla tied the knot in a small ceremony in 1967 right here in Las Vegas.

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John Fish made jewelry for Jayne Mansfield, Liberace and clients worldwide.

The Las Vegas Commercial Center near Sahara Avenue and Maryland Parkway was bustling for decades.

The Center is known as the first commercial shopping center in the valley. The County owns the parking lot and some blighted buildings, and plans call for a significant transformation.

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We plan on buying some of the buildings and knocking them down. We hope to bring in some new buildings, too. We welcome developers to purchase and build things themselves. - Commissioner Tick Segerblom

Clark County is working to revitalize a historic part of the Las Vegas area. The County will invest millions of dollars in this effort.

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