Screenshot of Dixie Evans collection online

Check out our new online database of museum objects!

We’ve been hard at work digitizing and cataloguing material in our collection – since we implemented our new software, we’ve added over 1300 pieces to the catalogue! To give you a taste of what that entails, we’re making a selection of our database available online at https://bhof.link/DixieEvansColl. This is a

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2015 Best Boylesque winner Matt FInish

Join us July 16, 2022, for our next edition of ‘TEASE: A Burlesque Revue’

The Burlesque Hall of Fame’s quarterly burlesque spectacle “TEASE: A Burlesque Revue” returns to The Space on July 16, 2022. The celebration of burlesque talent features the best Burlesque entertainers in Las Vegas alongside special guest, award-winning performer Matt Finish. The performances will be joined by an interview with BHOF’s

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The Burlesque Hall of Fame supports abortion rights. Period.

The Burlesque Hall of Fame tells the stories of women and other marginalized persons who, in their art and lives, showed the value of bodily autonomy and positive sexuality. Through their use of the stage to present themselves as complex, sensual beings, the women whose lives we celebrate were able

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Musuem Closed sign. Photo by Chris McInnis.

Closed May 6 & 7 due to COVID exposure

Sorry, we’re CLOSED today and tomorrow (May 6-7) Due to a COVID case among our staff, for the safety of our guests and following CDC and NV guidelines, we will be closed while we ensure our staff is clear to return to work. We should re-open May 10. We apologize

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Frankly Frankie posing

Congratulations to our 2022 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship recipient: Frankly Frankie!

Congratulations to Frankly Frankie, our 2022 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship recipient! Frankie was chosen for extensive background as a producer and her commitment to her community, especially as expressed through her political activism resulting in changes to the decency laws in her home state of Idaho. Her willingness to stand

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TIgger performs "Emperor's New Clothes" at 2014 BHoF Weekender

New Display: Fans from Tigger!’s “Emperor’s New Clothes” Act

With his characteristic generosity, 2006 Besy Boylesque winner Tigger! has allowed us to display this exquisite set of fans from his famous “Emperor’s New Clothes” act, as performed on stage at the BHoF Weekender in 2014. Dancer, actor, and burlesque artist Tigger! began incorporating striptease into their performances in the

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Congratulations to our 2022 Living Legend Award recipient, Gina Bon Bon!

We are thrilled to announce that Gina Bon Bon has been selected to receive the 2022 Living Legend Award, to be presented during this year’s BHoF Weekender. The Living Legend Award is given each year in recognition of both a performer’s active career and their continued achievements as a mentor,

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A burlesque performer is onstage at the Burlesque Hall of Fame's show, Tease.

Tease: a Burlesque Revue, returns to The Space!

The world’s sexiest museum, Las Vegas’ own Burlesque Hall of Fame, presents a night of the best of burlesque! Tease: A Burlesque Revue features entertainers from today’s scene and legends from the heyday of burlesque. This show presents a diverse cast delivering glamour, humor, sensuality and art of the tease!

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Detail of Corinne cigarette card

Corinne, “Queen of the Stage”

You know the story: a child performer exploited by her demanding and exploitative mother to perform all over the country. The grueling road life leaving little time for basic schooling and attracting the attention of child welfare agents. The drive to ever-greater heights of fame and fortune at the expense

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We’ve Received a Nevada Humanities Grant!

The Burlesque Hall of Fame has received a, ARP Relief Operating Grant from Nevada Humanities for $9,920. This grant will help BHoF pay our operating costs as we rebuild our audience and revenue in the wake of the COVID pandemic. Nevada Humanities American Rescue Plan Relief and Recovery Grants are

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