Las Vegas Places a Bet on a New Art Museum, With Help From L.A.

Published On Sep 4, 2024, 2:04 PM

Elaine Wynn, a prominent casino mogul and art collector, is spearheading the creation of a new art museum in Las Vegas, in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. The Las Vegas City Council has approved the lease of 1.5 acres of land for just $1 to facilitate this project, which will be a 90,000-square-foot facility with an estimated cost of $150 million, expected to open in 2028. The museum is seen as a significant cultural addition to Las Vegas, which currently lacks a major art museum despite being a large city.

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The development of the Las Vegas Museum of Art is likely to enhance the cultural landscape of Las Vegas, potentially boosting tourism and local business activity. As a result, stocks related to tourism, hospitality, or local businesses may benefit from this cultural investment.

The construction of the museum may lead to an increase in demand for construction services and materials. Companies involved in building, art installations, and related services might see a spike in business.

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The city agreed to give land to a museum championed by the casino magnate Elaine Wynn, which will be a partnership with the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

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