POP, BOOM LIFESTYLE REVOLUTION
ADAS Mid-Century Modern Weekend
Wednesday, October 19 – Sunday, October 23, 2011
ADAS (Architecture and Decorative Arts Society www.adas-lv.com) celebrates all things mid century modern with an extraordinary five day event. A pass for all five days is a very reasonable $100; $90 for ADAS members. Included is the kick off mixer, general admission to the Atomic Testing Museum, mid century vendors; mid century architectural seminar; mid century dinner; fashion show; silent auction; three mid century discussion panels; Morelli House reception; four hour mid century neighborhood bus tour. Wow!
Pass Price: $100.00
Wednesday, October 19
ADAS kicks off the mid modern experience by hosting a mixer at the Atomic Testing Museum. Guests will have a lot to entertain themselves for the evening. A ticket for admission to the museum will be included in the price of the mixer. Guests can take the tour that evening, or can return at a later date. The Museum store will also be open for shopping. There will be food and wine in the main reception area, along with vendors previewing products that were popular in the 50s and 60s.
Time: 5:30 – 7:30
Event price: $30.00
Thursday, October 20
Again at the Atomic Testing Museum, ADAS is hosting a seminar primarily for homeowners on the evolution and care of these historic buildings. Speakers with hands on experience in this genre of distinctive houses will share their knowledge. Food and wine will be provided. Vendors who specialize in mid modern architecture will also be on hand.
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm.
Event Price: $30.00
Friday, October 21
A mid century dinner will be held at Holsum Lofts, catered by Lola's Restaurant. In addition to enjoying foods of the time period, diners will enjoy mid century fashions in a multi-generational fashion show. There will also be a silent auction or raffle to tease the senses.
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Event Price: $50.00
Saturday, October 22
The El Cortez Hotel will be the venue for this free event co-sponsored by the City of Las Vegas. There will be food and drink, followed by three expert panels. After the panel presentation there will be a reception at the Morelli House.
1:00 pm
"Mid-Century Life Style Evolution" Local author and architect, Robert Fielden (Creating Place: Remaking America Green ) leads a discussion with author and architectural historian, Peter Moruzzi and others on the profound impact of midcentury design and architecture on American life in the middle of the 20th century.
2:00 pm
"Family Feud: Havana vs. Las Vegas in the 1950s" Peter Moruzzi, presents an illustrated presentation from his book, Havana Before Castro-When Cuba Was a Tropical Playground. Before Castro's revolution, Havana and Las Vegas were rivals for the title of the "Monte Carlo of the Americas." Cuba's exotic tropical setting, wild reputation, close proximity, and supportive government inspired the mob to invest heavily in fabulous hotel-casinos such as the Capri, Riviera, and Nacional. Yet, many of these same investors were also among Vegas' biggest boosters - Moe Dalitz, Sam Tucker, and front man Wilbur Clark. In 1958, the Nevada Gaming Control Board forced them to choose, Havana or Las Vegas, but not both.
3:00 pm
"Dolls, Dons, and Dictators," Architectural historian, Peter Moruzzi (Havana Before Castro – When Cuba Was a Tropical Playground); author Wendy Mazaros (Vegas Rag Doll); Myer Lansky II; and local author and historian Michael Green engage in a spirited and expanded discussion about the parallel worlds of Las Vegas and Cuba, drawing from their insights and some of their own personal real life experiences.
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
"Cha, Cha, Cha" Cuban inspired reception with music, drink and refreshment at the Morelli House, 861 E. Bridger.
Event Price: FREE
Sunday, October 23
Hosted by well known realtor and mid century modern real estate expert Jack Levine, guests will take a four hour tour on an open double decker bus through iconic mid century Las Vegas neighborhoods. In addition to touring neighborhoods, the tour will make several stops to peek inside mid century homes. And, wine on the bus. 12 noon – 4 pm.
Event Price: $30.00
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