Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation’s new campaign will forge and strengthen relationships between the Southern Nevada Black community and law enforcement The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation has unveiled a new initiative meant to forge and strengthen relationships between the Southern Nevada Black community and local law … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation Unveils Black Giving Circle
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Statement from Silver State Equality on Derek Chauvin Verdict
Silver State Equality, Nevada’s statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization committed to a world that is healthy, just and fully equal for all LGBTQ+ people and all Nevadans, released the following statement from State Director André C. Wade regarding the Derek Chauvin verdict announced minutes … [Read more...] about Statement from Silver State Equality on Derek Chauvin Verdict
Lamar Advertising of Las Vegas to Honor African American “Firsts” Throughout Black History Month
In celebration of Black History Month, Lamar Advertising of Las Vegas, is participating in a national digital Out of Home campaign to honor and recognize African American men and women who achieved “firsts” in their respective fields. Throughout the month of February, Lamar will feature the following prominent African Americans on Lamar digital billboards located in … [Read more...] about Lamar Advertising of Las Vegas to Honor African American “Firsts” Throughout Black History Month
City Of Las Vegas Hosts Black History Month Events
The city of Las Vegas invites the community to celebrate Black History Month with a variety of events in February. Most of this year’s events will be virtual and those that are not will follow all safety guidelines, including social distancing and the wearing of face-coverings. African-American Heritage Exhibition Through April 14, 2021Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m. – 5:30 … [Read more...] about City Of Las Vegas Hosts Black History Month Events
Celebrate Black History Month at the Neon Museum
The Neon Museum is the perfect place to celebrate Black History Month this February Dedicated to collecting, preserving, and exhibiting the iconic neon signs of Las Vegas’ past for educational, historic, arts and cultural enrichment, The Neon Museum is the perfect place to celebrate Black History Month this February. Here, you can learn about important contributions of local … [Read more...] about Celebrate Black History Month at the Neon Museum
Mob Museum to Host Program Honoring Black Life in Las Vegas, Weds., Feb. 17
To recognize Black History Month, The Mob Museum will host “Celebrating Black Life in Las Vegas: Honoring the Past, Shaping the Future.” African Americans have played an integral role in the development of Las Vegas since at least the 1940s. With stories punctuated by accounts of painful challenges and hard-earned triumphs, the panel discussion will involve individuals who … [Read more...] about Mob Museum to Host Program Honoring Black Life in Las Vegas, Weds., Feb. 17
Eureka! Partners With Uncle Nearest for the Whiskey Club’s August Pick
Eureka! is partnering with Uncle Nearest for its highly curated Whiskey Club membership program created for craft spirit connoisseurs. Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey is inspired by the best whiskey-maker the world never knew, the first known African-American master distiller, Nathan “Nearest” Green. The Uncle Nearest brand, wholly owned by Uncle Nearest, Inc., an all … [Read more...] about Eureka! Partners With Uncle Nearest for the Whiskey Club’s August Pick