Taken by
Walter Etten, these fascinating photographs capture Las Vegas as it appeared in April 1980, at the height of its classic neon era. The images show the glittering Strip, iconic casino signs, crowded sidewalks, and the vibrant nightlife that defined the city at the start of the decade.
From glowing marquees and busy hotel entrances to everyday scenes of visitors and locals, the photos preserve the distinctive look and energy of Las Vegas before later waves of mega-resort development. They offer a vivid snapshot of the city’s atmosphere more than four decades ago.
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| Royal Casino, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Royal Casino, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Alladin Casino, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Billboards, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Caeser's Palace, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Casino floor, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Casino, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Circus Circus, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Flamingo Hilton, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Flamingo, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Liberal Slots, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Slot machines at airport, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Stardust, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Stardust, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| The Strip from the airport, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Wedding Chapel, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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| Westward Ho Casino, Las Vegas, April 1980 |
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