Historical Marker
Great Black Stone
Historical marker location:
50 West Fifth Street, Winnemucca, Nevada
( Marker can be reached from South Bridge Street just north of West Fifth Street, on the right when traveling north.)
Marker installed: 1960
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.