Vintage Photos from the Golden Age of Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Club opened in 1931, the same year Nevada legalized gambling, making it one of the earliest casinos on Fremont Street. Known for its lively atmosphere and sports-themed décor, it became a staple of the city’s growing identity as a gambling mecca during the Depression-era years.

Fun fact: in those early days, Fremont Street was the only paved road in Las Vegas, lined with neon that dazzled travelers arriving by train or car. The Las Vegas Club remained a landmark for decades before closing in 2015, its history tied closely to the city’s gambling roots.