Historical Marker
The Groom Mining District
Historical marker location:
1 Old Mill Street, Rachel, Nevada
( Marker is on Extraterrestrial Highway (Nevada Route 375 at milepost 9), on the right.)
Marker installed: 2008
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.