J & T Basque Restaurant Building

Historical marker location:

1426 Highway 395, Gardnerville, Nevada

( Marker is at the intersection of U.S. 395 and Eddy Street on U.S. 395.)

Marker installed: 2004

1426 Highway 395. Italianate Commercial Style.

Las Vegas was originally a stopover for travelers: Las Vegas, now known as a major tourist destination and entertainment capital, was originally just a stopover for travelers between Los Angeles and Salt Lake City. It wasn't until the 1930s that the city began to develop its reputation as a gambling and entertainment destination.