The Mob Museum

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"Located in the city’s first federal courthouse, this museum traces organized crime’s historical influence on Vegas with interactive exhibits and a speakeasy."

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"The founding fathers of Las Vegas weren’t so much Mount Rushmore-worthy as they were organized criminals and the law enforcement agents that chased them. You can learn about them all at the Mob Museum in Downtown Vegas, which was created in the actual federal courthouse where many mobsters were tried. Don’t miss the portion of the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre Wall, whose bloodied bricks were transported here from Chicago. Stop by the museum’s speakeasy to try some of the moonshine from its on-premises still." - Staff Writer

"Though the city isn't normally considered a go-to hot spot for history buffs, Las Vegas ' past is steeped in organized crime; without it, the city would be a very different place than it is today. Throughout the years, money has been exchanged through the hands of a number of interesting characters with colorful personalities, and the Mob Museum, located in downtown Las Vegas, examines all components of this chapter in the history books. The museum is well organized, helping people walk through the convoluted relationships and stories of organized crime that have shaped (and continue to shape) Las Vegas specifically and various parts of the world in general. Hundreds of artifacts, interactive exhibits, and regular events held at the Mob Museum make for an interesting afternoon. Give yourself at least a few hours to fully appreciate this museum. By AFAR Traveler , AFAR Local Expert"

"Though the city isn't normally considered a go-to hot spot for history buffs, Las Vegas ' past is steeped in organized crime; without it, the city would be a very different place than it is today. Throughout the years, money has been exchanged through the hands of a number of interesting characters with colorful personalities, and the Mob Museum, located in downtown Las Vegas, examines all components of this chapter in the history books. The museum is well organized, helping people walk through the convoluted relationships and stories of organized crime that have shaped (and continue to shape) Las Vegas specifically and various parts of the world in general. Hundreds of artifacts, interactive exhibits, and regular events held at the Mob Museum make for an interesting afternoon. Give yourself at least a few hours to fully appreciate this museum. By AFAR Traveler , AFAR Local Expert"

"The Mob Museum, where you’ll learn about flappers and other outspoken women of the era, also covers greed, wrath, envy, lust, pride and gluttony with its own speak-easy in the basement. Check out the secret room behind the golden framed picture of a woman just as you come in, on the left side if you’re facing the bar."