The World's ONLY Showgirl Museum is in Las Vegas, in a Home and is now on the verge of being denied the right to continue showing this great History to guest's of their home. An "Anonymous" complaint was filed against them stating they Sell Tickets for $10 - $25.00 per person and that there are No Bathrooms.
The Facts are, this business has had a State Business License for ALMOST 6 years and has Never sold any tickets. Being also a Non-Profit, "The Society For The Preservation of Entertainment History", they only request a donation for the preservation and restoration, of the Collection. Everyone associated with this, works for FREE. Also, it should be noted the home has 6 working bathrooms!
Now, the County wants to deny or limit them from having tours! Stating it will negatively effect Traffic and Noise. They also want to limit the amount of tours per month to 4 Total and no more than 10 people at a time! This means if you want to come for a tour and have too many people, Like UNLV Students who have come in the past or others or we have met our quota for the month, then you will be denied, entry! Most tourist take Taxi's and in most cases are driven back to their hotel, as a courtesy, so they will not have to wait the extended time for a Taxi to return!
Each tourist has to make a confirmed appointment and they can NOT just walk-in, they must call for entry. Also, the tours of the Collection which includes over 150 Mannequins wearing costumes from Famous Designers, like BOB MACKIE, PETE MENEFEE, MICHAEL TRAVIS, etc... and Shows from Paris, New York, Las Vegas, Reno, Lake Tahoe, Hollywood and Stage as well as screen!
If you feel this is un-just and would be a bad decision, please help us by voicing your opinion with a signature ( First and Last Name and City & State ) showing support for this Historic Landmark of Las Vegas. The last place to see a Real Showgirl in Las Vegas when, DONN ARDEN'S "JUBILEE" Closes on February 11th, 2016!
If you want to look up the complaint you can find it:
Application Number: UC-0784-15
Owner: Maryadelia Mantle
Use Permit for a museum.
Waivers of Development Standards for following: 10 reduced parking; and 20 modified landscaping requirements.
DESIGN REVIEW for a Museum ( Private Collection ) in conjunction with a single family residence on 0.2 acres in an R-1 ( Single Family Residential ) Zone. Generally located on the west side of Gaucho Drive, 100 feet north of Sombrero Drive within Winchester. ( For possible action )
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
December 12, 2015
December 10, 2015
Legal counsel is currently reviewing the Clark County zoning codes regarding home-based business permits to challenge the proposed tour restrictions. I am preparing a formal response to the building department that addresses the inaccuracies in the anonymous complaint regarding our facility amenities. A meeting with municipal representatives is being coordinated to present our business license and non-profit status documentation.
Reached 100 supporters
December 7, 2015
352 Comments
Las Vegas Showgirl Museum is the only collection of costumes from some of the best designers in this country and Europe, is an honor to Las Vegas to have this Museum. My vote is to keep it open. Laura Goodasell ( a/k Gina Bon Bon )
This is such a shame & based on lies. I have friend who have been here & say it is a free & wonderful place with great bathrooms. I hope to go myself one day. This history is also important to share with future generations.
When Las Vegas was born, and one of the things that made it what it was, what's the show girls of Las Vegas. They don't have these big shows like they used to, and I think that the las vegas showgirl museum keeps that memory alive.
I've been to the museum and there are no tickets sold to enjoy these treasures. No problem with crowds or parking. This home has many bathrooms that are available. This museum was the highlight of my trip to Las Vegas! It is a true treasure and of the highest quality.
Do NOT close the doors on this preservation of history!!!! There is more than just a collection of beautiful costumes and memorabilia here. The wonderful people who own and run it do so with their heart and souls ! Leave it alone !
This should stay open.
Barbara Brown Showgirls are part of Las Vegas
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The World's ONLY Showgirl Museum is in Las Vegas, in a Home and is now on the verge of being denied the right to continue showing this great History to guest's of their home. An "Anonymous" complaint was filed against them stating they Sell Tickets for $10 - $25.00 per person and that there are No Bathrooms.
The Facts are, this business has had a State Business License for ALMOST 6 years and has Never sold any tickets. Being also a Non-Profit, "The Society For The Preservation of Entertainment History", they only request a donation for the preservation and restoration, of the Collection. Everyone associated with this, works for FREE. Also, it should be noted the home has 6 working bathrooms!
Now, the County wants to deny or limit them from having tours! Stating it will negatively effect Traffic and Noise. They also want to limit the amount of tours per month to 4 Total and no more than 10 people at a time! This means if you want to come for a tour and have too many people, Like UNLV Students who have come in the past or others or we have met our quota for the month, then you will be denied, entry! Most tourist take Taxi's and in most cases are driven back to their hotel, as a courtesy, so they will not have to wait the extended time for a Taxi to return!
Each tourist has to make a confirmed appointment and they can NOT just walk-in, they must call for entry. Also, the tours of the Collection which includes over 150 Mannequins wearing costumes from Famous Designers, like BOB MACKIE, PETE MENEFEE, MICHAEL TRAVIS, etc... and Shows from Paris, New York, Las Vegas, Reno, Lake Tahoe, Hollywood and Stage as well as screen!
If you feel this is un-just and would be a bad decision, please help us by voicing your opinion with a signature ( First and Last Name and City & State ) showing support for this Historic Landmark of Las Vegas. The last place to see a Real Showgirl in Las Vegas when, DONN ARDEN'S "JUBILEE" Closes on February 11th, 2016!
If you want to look up the complaint you can find it:
Application Number: UC-0784-15
Owner: Maryadelia Mantle
Use Permit for a museum.
Waivers of Development Standards for following: 10 reduced parking; and 20 modified landscaping requirements.
DESIGN REVIEW for a Museum ( Private Collection ) in conjunction with a single family residence on 0.2 acres in an R-1 ( Single Family Residential ) Zone. Generally located on the west side of Gaucho Drive, 100 feet north of Sombrero Drive within Winchester. ( For possible action )
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
December 12, 2015
December 10, 2015
Legal counsel is currently reviewing the Clark County zoning codes regarding home-based business permits to challenge the proposed tour restrictions. I am preparing a formal response to the building department that addresses the inaccuracies in the anonymous complaint regarding our facility amenities. A meeting with municipal representatives is being coordinated to present our business license and non-profit status documentation.
Reached 100 supporters
December 7, 2015
352 Comments
I was a Showgirl for 22 years. I had the privilege with the Folies Bergere to perform for the Queen of England at the Variety Command Performance. We were always the ambassadors of Las Vegas. Let's continue to share this legacy!
Las Vegas Showgirl Museum is the only collection of costumes from some of the best designers in this country and Europe, is an honor to Las Vegas to have this Museum. My vote is to keep it open. Laura Goodasell ( a/k Gina Bon Bon )
This is such a shame & based on lies. I have friend who have been here & say it is a free & wonderful place with great bathrooms. I hope to go myself one day. This history is also important to share with future generations.
When Las Vegas was born, and one of the things that made it what it was, what's the show girls of Las Vegas. They don't have these big shows like they used to, and I think that the las vegas showgirl museum keeps that memory alive.
I've been to the museum and there are no tickets sold to enjoy these treasures. No problem with crowds or parking. This home has many bathrooms that are available. This museum was the highlight of my trip to Las Vegas! It is a true treasure and of the highest quality.
Do NOT close the doors on this preservation of history!!!! There is more than just a collection of beautiful costumes and memorabilia here. The wonderful people who own and run it do so with their heart and souls ! Leave it alone !
This should stay open.
Barbara Brown Showgirls are part of Las Vegas
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I was a Showgirl for 22 years. I had the privilege with the Folies Bergere to perform for the Queen of England at the Variety Command Performance. We were always the ambassadors of Las Vegas. Let's continue to share this legacy!