Dunes Hotel & Casino
FULLY FUNDED!
Las Vegas is more than just lights—it’s a legacy written in neon!
Thanks to people like you, Las Vegas’ neon legacy can endure.
These iconic signs, which once lit up our streets and hearts, are more than just lights—they’re part of our shared story. You have the power to keep their glow alive.
With your support, we can restore these beloved pieces of history, so they continue to inspire and captivate future generations
Every donation helps protect these neon beacons, ensuring the vibrant stories of Las Vegas are never lost.
Join us in preserving this incredible heritage—together, we can keep the lights shining.
CONTRIBUTE TO THIS SIGN’S RESTORATION
Credit Federal Heath Collection, The Neon Museum
Fabricated by Ad Art Signs c.1960s
Sheet metal, acrylic, candelabra lightbulbs, florescent tube
Purchased by The Neon Museum, 0050.001
The Dunes Hotel & Casino featured a myriad of history-making entertainment offerings, from performances by the Rat Pack to Las Vegas’ first-ever topless show, Minsky’s Follies. The property originally opened in 1955 and closed in 1993, imploded in a larger-than-life production planned by entrepreneur Steve Wynn to clear the way for his Bellagio Hotel & Casino project. Not only was this implosion nationally televised, but also it was accompanied by an elaborate fireworks show estimated to be worth over $1 million. When commenting on the demise of the Dunes, Wynn stated: “This is not an execution, this is a phoenix rising!”
The main pylon was demolished with the property making the “Dunes Entrance” sign one of the only remaining signs from the property after the demolition.
Restoring this sign would not only be a relatively easy process, but would also allow The Neon Museum to discuss implosions, historic performances, and major figures in Las Vegas’ history.
Help us preserve the cultural essence of Las Vegas with your generous gift.
$20,000 will fully restore and relight this sign.
FULLY FUNDED!
We are grateful for every donation that helps bring these iconic signs back to life. Contributions of $5,000 or more will be honored with a personalized donor recognition package. All donations will be recorded in our documented archives. Once this sign is restored, it will be proudly returned to the Neon Boneyard, where we will host a re-lighting event to celebrate its restoration. We truly appreciate your support and thank you for helping us preserve the stories of Las Vegas.