Could you imagine...... Could you imagine a time when you…read morehad to go hungry, or not have a job to support your family . You had to figure "life" out ! Sounds like some movie, we live in America the greatest country in the world. At one point in our history or a few the people were hungry and times were difficult. In fact no one had a job. This reference refers to the Great Depression . To control the wild Colorado River and make jobs the government started the Hoover dam project . This project was a plan so huge that it put individuals back to work . The dam was a huge endeavor and engineering project. It would dictate how the Colorado River and its allocation would affect California, Arizona, and Nevada water rights . The city of Boulder was the town created to house the workers and their families during this time of building. This first phase of the city of Boulder was controlled by the federal government. The city had bans on gambling, drinking, and enforced strict rules . These early settlements were not nice or great. The living conditions were poor. In fact prior to Boulder was conceived the living condition were something referred to as "Rag Town." It was a collection of shacks and tents. The worst possible. As an individual walks through this museum you can have a glimpse at what the average individual life's journey resembled through their eyes. What was daily life like ? What challenges did they encounter? What a great impact this museum presents through the workers point of view. The museum is put together so well . All the work that went into gathering the artifacts and information was done by hands that wanted others to see the world through their eyes .

4.5 stars This…read morelittle museum is located inside the historical Boulder Dam Hotel. Frankly, I was charmed by this hotel and would love to return someday for a stay. But, moving onto the museum...it is a small museum that packs a punch with the journey starting in the Great Depression when whole families migrated to places where they could get work. One of those places was Boulder city where the Boulder Dam (now known as Hoover Dam) was being built. The history of building the Hoover Dam is rife with struggle and, without the contributions of Depression-era Americans, this dam would not be possible. This museum highlights the struggle and sacrifice of these people, the development of Boulder City, and how politics played a huge role in keeping Boulder City from turning into the next Las Vegas, as well as drama over naming/renaming the Hoover Dam. The "official" count of industrial fatalities is 96 per the Bureau of Reclamation, but more industry-related fatalities have been suspected. The dam was built in 1931 and completed in 1936 with hydroelectric generators going online in 1937. Total cost was approximately $49 million (about $1 billion adjusted for inflation). The Hoover Dam is predicted to last 10,000 years, but experts believe other elements like water shortage would put the dam out of commission before the dam actually stops working. The Hoover Dam is still considered an engineering marvel with visits from 7 million tourists annually. This museum is worth the visit and it's free! There's free street parking as well. Highly recommend!

Love the ambiance here! The food and service are amazing! my favorite thing is their chicken wraps!read more

After visiting the Dam, our hosts steered us toward their favorite spot for a late lunch…read more The Dillinger is right on Arizona St and next to a fascinating antique store (check it out!). The Dillinger is located inside the historic Bank of Nevada building and is named after the infamous bank robber John Dillinger. The restaurant is cozy inside with a small bar area. There are tables out front, and each glass-covered table secures a lot of spent brass. We 6 arrived thirsty and hungry. Our very friendly server was quick to bring us water, followed by beers. They do have a few good draft beers, including Pabst Blue Ribbon. Their beer list also includes some interesting offerings like Delirium Tremens. Even though their burgers are a must-order, we all ordered salads because we had very fulfilling dinner plans ahead. These salads are not small and will definitely fill the void. My chicken salad arrived with a healthy amount of chicken, along with blue cheese crumbles and blue cheese dressing. The chopped salad was another hit at our table. This is a great dive bar, and we would not hesitate to return.

Can't rate the Skinny Bar per se, as it was closed. We were in the Tiki Bar that is located off an…read morealley to the rear. The only reason we found it was a sandwich board on the corner at Arizona St. which told us there was a bar in the alley. Then we simply located the front end of a boat that was lying on the ground with the bow lights on. Easy. Once you enter through the jungle entanglement, you find a little slice of heaven (if you love a good bar- if you don't, stop reading and find a library or something to entertain yourself). The place is eclectic to say the least, with puffer fish lamps, random things hanging from the ceiling and some hidden phallic symbols. Drinks were handcrafted and terrific. Bartender was a blast- Lexsey. This is our new hotspot everytime we visit Boulder City this summer.

Super cute place! But it was packed and one of the acts was a bit strange! Wish we could've tried…read moresomething but the wait was just a bit too long :( Drinks looked good and hope I can come back to try one!

Bill recently DJ'd our wedding for us, and he was great! We wanted some pretty specific music…read moreplayed during various parts of the evening, and he gladly complied with our requests. Bill always responded to our e-mails and calls quickly, he took a personal interest in us and our story, and he ensured that our reception played out just as we'd hope. Our guests had a blast and wished there was more time dancing time at the reception. If you are looking for a professional, quality DJ--give Bill a call. He was easy to work with and really made our night special!

From the owner: Our DJ and Emcee business has thrived on Word of Mouth for over 20 years. We love our customers,…read moreand it shows in that every event we do gets our custom, personalized treatment. We want to make every event the best day of your life.

"One thing about trains: It doesn't matter where they're going. What matters is deciding to get…read moreon?" The Polar Express We decided to get on! The purchasing of the tickets was a breeze . You just need to buy them at the depot. You actually get a paper ticket too . The train ride lasts about thirty minutes and it's takes you about three miles from the station platform to Railroad Pass Casino. Then it returns to the Platform. In between the wait for the train you can wander the platform and see all sorts of interesting trains from all around the world. This is a great way to spend an afternoon. Get out and see some amazing views of trains. Be a kid again!

The Santa Train experience was great! The staff did an excellent job. My first experience on a…read moreSanta Train event. Reasonable price for the experience IMO. Tickets are purchased online in advance. All of the Santa Train tickets were sold out even before our scheduled event day. It's popular. Plan ahead. They also had a small model train to ride as well, but we will try that another time.

Tom Devlin spent over 2 decades working in special effects and his museum is a testament to his…read moretalent. I don't always do the best with haunted houses so I was nervous going in but the exhibits are so interesting I couldn't help getting sucked into each and every one. The amount of items was incredible and I spent far too long looking at everything available in the gift shop. I can't wait to go back!

A really wonderfully condensed history of make-up, horror directors and special effects masters…read morethrough the years. Descriptions, displays, examples and actual items used in film making are displayed. They also have a small pinball room. Their gift shop has a bunch of shirts and horror items for sale. Lots of things to look at. They have coffee and tea for sale, too. Overall, we took about 30 minutes to really inspect and read displays I was interested in. Big private parking lot. Nicely air-conditioned inside.

People tell me that I have a gift of finding the right words. I tell them, sometimes its just as…read moreeasy as a walk in the park. Just like finding where a good story sits best. Some people say that the original apostles did not recite stories. Fact was they were mostly madmen. Yet they were worthy as disciples. At one time, most people never questioned the word of God. People said they went to temples to connect with god. But everyone will tell you that nothing feels more like the presence of god than a furious storm. Since everyone seemed to fear their god. I suppose it was natural for them to run from any storm. I imagine anyone who truly feels the love of their divine creator. Has the most questions. Especially when it often feels like god is constantly testing with life challenges. That kind of love, from a woman can drive a man wild. I imagine God's love, can send a man on insanely journeys. Some guy shot an arrow to get his attention. And I suppose other men have walked right into the beast of all storms. A leap of faith indeed. A madness that demands god to confront him. Either by peace of mind. Or death. Probably how "Give me liberty or give me death" originated. Unfortunately that kind of story is very difficult to validate. But I heard that a girl once witnessed a dead madman who walked in his own death. And even returned to tell her the entire story. I believe she goes by the name Grace.

The school is such a rare size, who would think your child could go to a school with a teacher to…read morestudent ratio this small !?! The campus is a perfect size for a smaller class size school experience. Many things to play with at recess! The buildings are quaint and unique carrying the essence of Boulder City to the students each day. The chapel is very intimate and inviting. A wonderful introduction to a Christian chapel. I have volunteered here to help get ready for the church sale. The teachers and staff are so supportive and nurturing! It is my pleasure to share some of my extra time to help this wonderful organization.