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Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort State Historic Park

One of the few historic attractions in Vegas is this small park which preserves the restored Mormon Fort, the first structure built by European settlers in Las Vegas. A visitor center on-site has exhibits on the fort's past.

Address: 500 E Washington Ave
Hours: Tue-Sat 8AM-4:30PM
Price: $3, children 12 and under free
Website: parks.nv.gov (opens in a new tab)

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