Springs Preserve

Springs Preserve, located about three miles (five kilometers) west of Downtown Las Vegas, is a natural park and cultural center devoted to commemorating the history of Las Vegas and promoting sustainability. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it's filled with desert botanical gardens, museum galleries, outdoor concerts and events, an indoor theater, a historic photo gallery, wildlife exhibitions, and plenty of walking trails. Lectures and classes are offered on topics such as cooking, arts & crafts, bird watching, cultural studies, archaeology, and sustainability.