# Burlesque Hall of Fame > The world's only museum of burlesque ## Posts - [The best class for beginners!](https://burlesquehall.com/the-best-class-for-beginners/): Ever wanted to try burlesque but don’t know where to begin? Then we’ve got the perfect start! The School of Striptease has been introducing new students to this unique artform since 2018! This class is a five week intensive that meets twice a week and culminates with a final performance in Tease: A Burlesque Revue at The Space on July 11th! Students will learn the history, movements, stage craft, costume creation, feather fan dancing and so much more! This class is moderated by working burlesque performers, Buttercup and Darby Fox who share their wealth of knowledge in stage performance. So, […] - [A sexy auction for sexy people!](https://burlesquehall.com/a-sexy-auction-for-sexy-people/): Since 2023 the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender has hosted an online auction to help raise funds for the museum. This year the auction is back with the most items we’ve ever had! You can bid on tickets to the hottest shows in town including: Dita Von Teese Las Vegas, Atomic Saloon Show, Sin City Burlesque Festival and the Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender 2027! Or bid on a pass to BurlyCon this Nov 5th-8th in Seattle! Other auction items include costumes and props such this smoke tulle boa by Viva La Bombshell (pictured), a feather headdress by Jahireen LLC, […] - [A new class offering for you!](https://burlesquehall.com/a-new-class-offering-for-you/): The School of Striptease is excited to host Chairlesque by Buttercup! Buttercup has been welcoming new students to the art of Burlesque since 2013! She’s been a featured entertainer on the Las Vegas Strip and she’s been managing and teaching at the School of Striptease since it’s inception in 2018. Her chair dance class is movement based on using a classic prop – the chair! The class will meet for 6 weeks every Monday and then students will perform in a group number at Tease: A Burlesque Revue at The Space! There are many opportunities to take movement and dance […] - [“Every(Body) Wants to Be a Showgirl” at Dupont Underground for Black History Month](https://burlesquehall.com/everybody-wants-to-be-a-showgirl-at-dupont-underground-for-black-history-month/): Several pieces from BHoF’s collection will be on display in the exhibition Every(Body) Wants to Be a Showgirl at Washington, DC’s, Dupont Underground, opening February 6 and running through February 28. Featuring over 100 Black burlesque performers across the world, the exhibition honors the legacy of showgirls of the past, today, and beyond! The exhibition is curated by Aquarius Moon in partnership with BHoF, Dupont Underground, Brown Skin Showgirls, and Metro Cabaret Club, and includes costumes, exclusive show footage, and personal archives representing Black burlesque excellence from performers past and present. BHoF has contributed items representing the careers of legendary […] - [The show to see!](https://burlesquehall.com/the-show-to-see/): Expect the unexpected at Tease: A Burlesque Revue at The Space! The Burlesque Hall of Fame has been curating a show featuring the best burlesque from Vegas and beyond since 2019! Acts range from classic burlesque to neo-modern striptease and can include specialty acts like Cry wheel or contortion. At the last event, Las Vegas showgirl Sarah Sutter, strutted her stuff on the catwalk and gave a live Q&A onstage revealing insightful facts about her extensive career in entertainment. It was an audience favorite! Stay tuned as we announce the lineup. In the meantime, grab your seats and pick one […] - [A new year of new beginnings!](https://burlesquehall.com/a-new-year-of-new-beginnings/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame School of Striptease has been introducing new students to the art of burlesque since 2018 and now continues its programming with Burlesque for Beginners! This is a 5 week course designed for anyone who would like to try their hand at this true American artform! Whether you just started performing or have yet to set foot onstage – This class is for you! Tap into the empowerment that can come from stripping away all inhibitions and taking control of your own autonomy. Moderated by working burlesque professionals, Buttercup and Darby Fox, students will learn lessons […] - [Show your love to our burlesque legends this holiday season](https://burlesquehall.com/show-your-love-to-our-burlesque-legends-this-holiday-season/): It’s that time of year again, the time to join BHoF in wishing happy holidays to the men and women who laid burlesque’s groundwork and carried it forward to pass down to today’s performers and audiences. To make that possible, we are holding our 12th Annual Legends Holiday Card Campaign, starting today, through December 5th. To participate, send holiday cards to BHoF and we’ll sort them and forward them along to everyone we have addresses for (see list below). You can send one card to your favorite or a card for each of the 70-ish performers on our list. Please […] - [Help us bring our next act to the stage](https://burlesquehall.com/help-us-bring-our-next-act-to-the-stage/): It was sad to close the museum in July, and even sadder to vacate our space over the last 6 weeks. We entered 2025 hopeful that this was the year we’d finally catch up from the huge hits we took during the pandemic, and instead… But we’re proud of the work we’ve accomplished, both in and out of that space, and intend to keep doing that work in new ways. Every act comes to an end, but there’s always another act waiting in the wings! We have lots in the works for our next act. Here’s a quick tease of […] - [Learn the art of burlesque from the best!](https://burlesquehall.com/learn-the-art-of-burlesque-from-the-best/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame School of Striptease has been introducing new students to the art of burlesque since 2018 and now continues its programming with Burlesque for Beginners! This is a 5 week course designed for anyone who would like to try their hand at this true American artform! Whether you just started performing or have yet to set foot onstage – This class is for you! Tap into the empowerment that can come from stripping away all inhibitions and taking control of your own autonomy. Moderated by working burlesque professionals, Buttercup and Darby Fox, students will learn lessons […] - [Come out for the freshest teasers in town!](https://burlesquehall.com/come-out-for-the-freshest-teasers-in-town/): A unique showcase presented by the museum. - [We Are Closing on July 20, 2025](https://burlesquehall.com/bhof-museum-closing-on-july-20-2025/): After much discussion, the board and leadership at BHoF have decided to indefinitely suspend the museum’s operation, effective July 20, 2025. While the museum generates revenue, it generally costs more to operate than it earns, and we have relied on the Weekender to make up the difference. But the Weekender has still not returned to pre-pandemic numbers and Trump administration policies make it unlikely that it will for some while. Additionally, we are still recovering from the effects of the pandemic, and these further financial impacts have created a storm that we cannot weather.  Recent economic and political events have […] - [See a show that strips off the strip!](https://burlesquehall.com/see-a-show-that-strips-off-the-strip/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame is a museum by day, a school by night, and a production team of some of the best burlesque shows in the world! The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender event at The Orleans every June is known worldwide as the best burlesque stage for the most up and coming acts around! But, the rest of the year, the museum has cultivated a local audience with it’s show, Tease: A Burlesque Revue at The Space. Tease has been welcoming the best acts from Vegas and beyond since 2019. The next show on May 3rd will feature […] - [Learn from the best to be your best!](https://burlesquehall.com/learn-from-the-best-to-be-your-best/): Sheba Queen of the Night, “The Best Chest from East to West” is excited to teach at the School of Striptease this Spring! “It is an absolute honor to teach burlesque in such a sacred space” says Sheba. “Holding space for new performers to step into their power at BHOF School of Striptease is such a gift. Students get to begin their journey with the iconic energy of the burlesque legends and history surrounding them.” The School of Striptease studio space is a museum exhibit by day and a dance studio by night. Welcoming students since 2018, the school has […] - [See what workshops are offered in March!](https://burlesquehall.com/see-what-workshops-are-offered-in-march/): The School of Striptease has been offering classes since 2018! Some students have went on to perform in local shows, some have went on to be award winners but all have benefited from tapping into the empowerment that can come from stripping away all inhibitions and taking control of your own autonomy! For the month of March, working burlesque professionals, Buttercup and Elyse Elaine are offering some dynamic lessons! On March 10th, Buttercup will teach Flutter & Flirt Feather Fans. As a feather fan dancer and builder for over a decade, Buttercup understands how to break down movements for manipulating […] - [Join us for an exciting table reading!](https://burlesquehall.com/join-us-for-an-exciting-table-reading/): The museum is starting a new Table Reading Series! The first of this series will be Everything You Need to Know About Abortion in One Hour or Less by Jeanie Greenberg. Lin-Manuel Miranda’s, Miranda Family Fund, has made the play available for the public to download, perform, stage, and adapt for free without any additional licensing. The Burlesque Hall of Fame is taking the opportunity to share this free resource with the community! In telling the history of burlesque, the museum tells the stories of women who have exercised their bodily autonomy. We believe bodily autonomy is a fundamental human right. We are […] - [Learn how to wiggle & giggle with the performers' favorite performer!](https://burlesquehall.com/learn-how-to-wiggle-giggle-with-the-performers-favorite-performer/): The School of Striptease is excited to have Molly Boom Boom teach the next intensive that will debut a group act at Tease: A Burlesque Revue! Molly Boom Boom is a versatile entertainer specializing in dance and comedy. She is a dance instructor, adjudicator, and choreography consultant. Her talents have taken her all over Las Vegas’ best stages including The Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender event at The Orleans, Sinful & Revusical by Buttercup and Tease: A Burlesque Revue.  Students will meet once a week, learning lessons on how to incorporate comedy in a burlesque act. Class includes learning a […] - [Take a burlesque class to be your best self!](https://burlesquehall.com/take-a-burlesque-class-to-be-your-best-self/): Burlesque for Beginners starts soon! Class meets twice a week from Jan 13 thru Feb 12 and culminates in a group performance in Tease: A Burlesque Revue at The Space on Feb 15! There are many studios that teach movement in town but this is an opportunity to practice the lessons you learn on a real stage! Here’s what our former students have to say about taking Burlesque for Beginners: “AMAZING!!! Burlesque for Beginners was the perfect introduction to a world that I wanted to be a part of but had no idea where to start.” – Brittany, student “I had […] - [Look Through the Peephole with us!](https://burlesquehall.com/look-through-the-peephole-with-us/): For 5 hours of live streaming, we’ll take you on a tour of the BHoF we rarely talk about – items we don’t include in our tours, our favorite books and merch in the store, the history behind our exhibitions, and lots more. And we’ll be answering questions as we go, so if there’s something you’ve always wanted to know about BHoF or burlesque history, now’s your chance! The event is free, but we do encourage you to donate at bhof.link/donate to help support our crucial work and make sure we can continue to share the vibrant story of burlesque […] - [Send love and appreciation to our legends](https://burlesquehall.com/legends-holiday-card-campaign/): The holidays are coming, and the Burlesque Hall of Fame would like your help spreading some much needed holiday cheer with the legends of classic-era burlesque! We’d like to ensure they can still feel our love and support throughout the holiday season. We are holding our 11th Annual Legends Holiday Card Campaign, starting today, through December 3rd. We will be collecting the following: You are welcome to write cards to specific legends, or general holiday wishes. Once all holiday cards are collected The Burlesque Hall of Fame will ensure secure delivery to the legends. Please do not send trinkets or […] - [School of Striptease: Big Boa Bump & Grind](https://burlesquehall.com/school-of-striptease-big-boa-bump-grind/): The School of Striptease at the Burlesque Hall of Fame is proud to bring back Big Boa Bump & Grind! This movement based class focuses on teaching you all the basics and beyond to tease and taunt using a classic burlesque prop, the feather boa! Feather boas provided for use in class and during final student performance. Class meets once a week on Mondays from Sept 16th through Oct 21 (no class on Oct 14) at the Burlesque Hall of Fame School of Striptease at 1027 S. Main St. from 7pm-8:30pm. Class culminates in a group performance on Sat. Oct. […] - [New Hours at the museum!](https://burlesquehall.com/new-hours-at-the-museum/): The museum will have new hours moving forward! Visit us for a tour on Fri & Sat 11-5, Sun 12-5 and Mon 11-5. Tours are given on the hour. Reservations are recommended and walk-ins are welcome, per availability. Visit bhof.link/admission to book your tour! - [Congratulations to 2024 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship recipient, Stella Gams](https://burlesquehall.com/congratulations-to-2024-sparkly-devil-memorial-scholarship-recipient-stella-gams/): Congratulations to Stella Gams, our 2024 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship recipient! Stella was selected for her work in creating and maintaining a diverse burlesque community in Yellowknife (Sǫ̀ mbak’è) in Canada’s Northwest Territories, and her commitment to improvement of both herself and her community. “I am overwhelmed with deep gratitude and joy at receiving the Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship,” she says. “This once in a lifetime opportunity is not one I take lightly.  I intend to honor and respect the selection committee’s trust in me as I do the legends and the burlesque community as a whole.  I am so […] - [New exhibition open now: Let's Get Loud! The Heritage of Latin Burlesque](https://burlesquehall.com/new-exhibition-open-now-lets-get-loud-the-heritage-of-latin-burlesque/): Burlesque, an art form known for its flamboyant performances and vibrant displays, has been significantly influenced by the rich and diverse artistry of Latine music, movement, and visual culture. The Burlesque Hall of Fame’s new exhibition, Let’s Get Loud!, highlights the profound impact of Latine creativity on burlesque throughout history. Through October 20th, 2024, visitors to The Burlesque Hall of Fame in Las Vegas, NV, will have the opportunity to explore the vibrant fusion of Latin influences within the art form. “Latine culture has been integral to the development of modern burlesque,” says Emmie Pappa Eddy, PhD candidate in folklore […] - [Tease comes back for another great show!](https://burlesquehall.com/tease-comes-back-for-another-great-show/): Tease returns to The Space with headliner, Kalani Kokonuts! Kalani, known as “The Showgirl of Burlesque,” won the title, Miss Exotic World in 2009. She was in the documentaries Burlesque Undressed (2010) and Bump & Grind: The Making of a Burlesque Diva (2008) And, she’s performed the “Bubble Act” in Spiegleworld’s Absinthe at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, NV. Lovey Goldmine, guest burlesque legend from the 1960s-70s, also joins the cast! Lovey performed at the Crazy Horse Saloon in Paris, as well as multiple shows in Hollywood including Losers and The Body Shop. She incorporated dancing, singing and MC work […] - [New Classes!](https://burlesquehall.com/new-classes/): Multiple classes are being offered at the School of Striptease! Choose from one-time event workshops or an upcoming intensive with a performance opportunity! Nona Narcisse will bring back her 5 week intensive, Grounded In Joy, on Wednesdays March 13th through April 10th with a group performance on Saturday, April 13th at Tease: A Burlesque Revue at The Space! WorkshopsWant to hone your skills on a specialized lesson? Don’t have time to commit to taking an intensive? Check out these upcoming one-time workshops. Thursday, February 22nd – Take It To The Floor with Ily Royale w/Cheese – SOLD OUTThursday, March 14th […] - [Flutter & Flirt Feather Fans](https://burlesquehall.com/flutter-flirt-feather-fans/): A new workshop is coming to the School of Striptease! Las Vegas burlesque performer, Buttercup will be teaching a special feather fan workshop on Thursday, March 14th. In this class students will learn hand holds, poses, movements, and how to remove a garment without ever putting the fans down! And, you don’t need to own your own pair of feather fans to participate in class. Feather fans will be provided for your use!Buttercup has been performing with and building feather fans for over a decade! Her feather fan builds are seen in Las Vegas productions including Spiegelworld’s Absinthe at Caesar’s Palace […] - [Tease: A Burlesque Revue](https://burlesquehall.com/tease-a-burlesque-revue-2/): Want to see burlesque in Las Vegas? Head over to The Space on Saturday, February 17th for another night of striptease and spectacle at The Space! Charlie Quinn Starling, as seen in Spiegelworld’s Absinthe, will be featured alongside a cast of the best burlesque in Vegas! Special guest burlesque legend, Georgette Dante, has had a long career performing and has acquired many skills including magic, fire, contortion, feats of strength including carrying audience members on her shoulders and even alligator wrestling! More appearances by– Chelsea La Vone – Juju C Cummings– BAMBOO– Benita Boom – Pony Poison– Lola Vegas– as […] - [Black Friday, Small Biz Saturday, Museum Store Sunday, and Cyber Monday – whew!](https://burlesquehall.com/black-friday-small-biz-saturday-museum-store-sunday-and-cyber-monday-whew/): Thanksgiving in the USA kicks off the holiday season with a barrage of shopping events. By doing your gift shopping in museum stores like ours, you not only get exclusive items not found anywhere else, you support the museum’s mission as well as contributing to the museum’s local economy. To sweeten the pot, we’re offering 20% OFF all sales on-site and through our online store at bhof.link/shop from November 24-27. Discount will be applied automatically at the museum; online, use promo code MUSEUMSTORE2023. Thank you so much for choosing museum stores for your holiday shopping! - [Support our valuable work this #GivingTuesday](https://burlesquehall.com/support-our-valuable-work-this-givingtuesday/): Thanks to generous donors like you, Burlesque Hall of Fame is able to continue working toward our mission of preserving, sharing, celebrating, and inspiring the art of burlesque. We could not do this without you and we are truly grateful for your support and partnership in this work. Before you step away this week to give thanks with friends and family, we invite you to give back. You can be a vital part of our journey by supporting our #GivingTuesday campaign. A donation of any size from you, even just $10, can make a significant difference in helping us tell […] - [Show your love to the Legends this holiday season!](https://burlesquehall.com/show-your-love-to-the-legends-this-holiday-season/): The holidays are coming, and The Burlesque Hall of Fame would like your help spreading some much-needed holiday cheer with the legends of classic-era burlesque! We’d like to ensure they can still feel our love and support during these unprecedented times. We are holding our 10th Annual Legends Holiday Card Campaign, starting today, through December 9th. We will be collecting holiday cards for all the burlesque Legends whose mailing address we have confirmed (there’s a full list below) and forwarding them on. You can send individual cards and we’ll make sure they go where intended, but most people choose to […] - [Student Showcase](https://burlesquehall.com/student-showcase/): The School of Striptease at the Burlesque Hall of Fame has been introducing students to burlesque since 2019. And, now the school is producing a Student Showcase at Vegas Theatre Company! This showcase will be comprised of students completing two different classes offered this summer alongside local working burlesque professionals. The show will feature a group performance from a movement based class and soloists from an act development class.  On September 9th, come out for an evening of burlesque with Las Vegas’ newest entertainers and tap into the empowerment that can come from witnessing others strip away all inhibitions and […] - [Grounded In Joy](https://burlesquehall.com/grounded-in-joy/): There’s a new class in town!Taught by Nona Narcisse, Grounded in Joy is a five week series that will dive deeper into what can give a performance that “je ne sais quoi”; a potent quality that cannot be described or named easily. There is a unique, joyful edge that only you can bring to the world’s stage…and the world needs your gifts, art and enjoyment now more than ever! Learn fun and indulgent choreography to present as a group number at Tease: A Burlesque Revue on Oct 21st at The Space. Nona Narcisse has been trained in several different dance […] - [Rhinestoning 101](https://burlesquehall.com/rhinestoning-101/): Want to make your costume sparkle? Join the owners of Looking Glass Gems and discover the magic of rhinestones! There is an additional Open Consult hour available for purchase here, where students may bring any working projects to receive expert advice on. This will be an open consultation, giving all students the opportunity to learn from each other’s questions. - [Big Boa Bump & Grind](https://burlesquehall.com/big-boa-bump-grind/): The School of Striptease is offering a student favorite: Big Boa Bump & Grind! This movement based course teaches you all the basics of using the standard burlesque prop – the feather boa! Class culminates in a final group performance in a Student Showcase at Vegas Theatre Company. - [Tease: A Burlesque Revue](https://burlesquehall.com/tease-a-burlesque-revue/): Tease returns to The Space with a cast of Vegas’ best burlesque performers! This show will feature Las Vegas Strip performer, Raquel Reed, alongside Lovey Goldmine, a burlesque legend from the 1960s-70s. Other local Vegas talent includes SinJyn, Burlesque Hall of Fame Best Boylesque 2008 winner, Glitter Ginger, a former Jubilee bluebell dancer and more! - [Congratulations to our 2023 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship recipient: Zara Estelle!](https://burlesquehall.com/congratulations-to-our-2023-sparkly-devil-memorial-scholarship-recipient-zara-estelle/): Congratulations to Zara Estelle, our 2023 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship recipient! Zara was selected for their impact as a teacher, performer, and producer and for their commitment to creating a stronger, more diverse burlesque community. “I am honored to be chosen as the recipient of the 2023 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship,” says Zara. “I am beyond excited not only to be attending BHOF but to be escorting one of our amazing burlesque living Legends. I am looking forward to learning from them in classes but also from our conversations about their experiences in the industry. I am also ready to […] - [Val Valentine selected as recipient of the 2023 BHoF Living Legend Award            ](https://burlesquehall.com/val-valentine-selected-as-recipient-of-the-2023-bhof-living-legend-award/): CONGRATULATIONS VAL VALENTINE! Val Valentine has been selected as this year’s recipient of the BHoF LIVING LEGEND AWARD! Awarded annually during the BHoF Weekender (June 1-4 this year!), the BHoF Living Legend Award recognizes performers who built an exemplary career during burlesque’s classic era and continue to distinguish themselves by their contribution to the burlesque world today. We are honored to recognize Val Valentine with this award. Val quit school in 1952 to join Mitzi’s Chorus Line, a travelling show under the direction of her mother’s best friend, Mitzi. With Mitzi’s mentorship, she soon became a feature act and by […] - [Right-Wing Propagandists Present Pictures of Panties and Pasties as Pornography?!](https://burlesquehall.com/right-wing-propagandists-present-pictures-of-panties-and-pasties-as-pornography/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame is being targeted by a right-wing watchdog group. Earlier this week (Dec 13, 2022), a group called Open the Books contacted us regarding the $32,000 in ARP funding we had received from the Institute of Museum and Library Services for digitizing and cataloguing our collection. In the past year, this funding has allowed us to add just shy of 1500 pieces to our catalog with accompanying high-resolution scans and photos, and to share a selection of this material online. (View our online database here!) It is this online database that Open the Books were asking […] - [Tis the season to show Burlesque legends your love & adoration!](https://burlesquehall.com/tis-the-season-to-show-burlesque-legends-your-love-adoration/): The holidays are coming, and The Burlesque Hall of Fame would like your help spreading some much needed holiday cheer with the legends of classic-era burlesque! We’d like to ensure they can still feel our love and support during these unprecedented times. We are holding our 9th Annual Legends Holiday Card Campaign, starting today, through December 3rd. We will be collecting the following: labeled holiday cards with your written wishes to burlesque legends (unstamped!) unused first-class stamps or donations to help cover postage   Do not stamp your envelopes!!! We send all letters in bulk packages to cut down shipping costs. We […] - [It's Summer Shop-a-Palooza time!](https://burlesquehall.com/its-summer-shop-a-palooza-time/): Tons of new merch in the store! We’ve been working on a lot of new merchandise this summer, and have a bunch of new things in the store for you to check out! Say their names! Honor the memories of the women who carried the torch of burlesque with our burlesque-themed “ampersand” shirt. Available on t-shirts and ribbed tanks and in several colors, this design features the names of just some of the amazing women who shaped burlesque history. Available as classic t-shirts or as fitted tank tops. All bodies are burlesque bodies! These shirts feature Carrie Finnell and her […] - [Check out our new online database of museum objects!](https://burlesquehall.com/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 portion – about 700 pieces – of the Dixie Evans Collection, the part of our collection built or maintained by Dixie Evans when she was the museum’s curator (through 2010). So far, mostly photos have been digitized, but you’ll see some costume pieces, posters, and other material in there as […] - [Join us July 16, 2022, for our next edition of 'TEASE: A Burlesque Revue'](https://burlesquehall.com/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 2022 Living Legend Award recipient, Gina Bon Bon, a Las Vegas mainstay in the 1970s and an international performer who has worked alongside Tempest Storm, Robert Alda, Red Buttons, and more!  The lineup for this show includes:  Matt Finish, Burlesque Hall of Fame’s 2015 Best Boylesque winner from Tuscon, AZ  A […] - [The Burlesque Hall of Fame supports abortion rights. Period.](https://burlesquehall.com/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 to make careers, become financially independent, travel the world, and enjoy a life lived on their own terms – all while challenging social norms that held others back as well. Today we stand on a precipice as the American Supreme Court appears poised to strike down basic human rights protections […] - [Closed May 6 & 7 due to COVID exposure](https://burlesquehall.com/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 for the inconvenience. - [Congratulations to our 2022 Sparkly Devil Memorial Scholarship recipient: Frankly Frankie!](https://burlesquehall.com/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 up for her community resonates deeply with the spirit of Sparkly Devil, for whom the scholarship is named. Her selection was finalized in 2020 and carried over after the 2021 and 2022 Weekenders were replaced with virtual events. Frankly Frankie is a theater nerd-turned-burlesque powerhouse. Her background in and love […] - [New Display: Fans from Tigger!'s "Emperor's New Clothes" Act](https://burlesquehall.com/new-display-fans-from-tiggers-emperors-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 early 1990s and has become known as the Godfather of Neo-Burlesque. The first performer to be awarded the title of Best Boylesque at the Burlesque Hall of Fame’s annual Exotic World competition in 2006, Tigger! has been awarded a plethora of titles including several Golden Pastie Awards such as Most […] - [Congratulations to our 2022 Living Legend Award recipient, Gina Bon Bon!](https://burlesquehall.com/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, teacher, and icon in the burlesque community. Born in Cuba, Gina Bon Bon started out her career as a rhumba dancer. Her career as a burlesque dancer started in 1965 when she was a chorus girl at Lou Walter’s Latin Quarter in New York City as a member of the […] - [Tease: a Burlesque Revue, returns to The Space!](https://burlesquehall.com/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! Proceeds benefit the Burlesque Hall of Fame, a nonprofit museum dedicated to preserving, celebrating, inspiring and sharing the art of burlesque. See this one-of-a-kind show curated by the museum at The Space on Feb. 13th at 8pm. - [Corinne, "Queen of the Stage"](https://burlesquehall.com/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 of a childhood.   No, not Gypsy Rose Lee. We’re talking about Corinne, the child star who rose to become one of the most famous performers in the United States before retiring from the stage before Gypsy Rose Lee was even born.  The Burlesque Hall of Fame recently acquired a late 19th century […] - [We’ve Received a Nevada Humanities Grant!](https://burlesquehall.com/weve-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 provided by Nevada Humanities and funded by Congress and the American Rescue Plan Act 2021 through the National Endowment for the Humanities. We thank Nevada Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities for supporting BHoF and other humanities organizations through this difficult time. - [Remember BHoF During this Season of Giving](https://burlesquehall.com/remember-bhof-during-this-season-of-giving/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame has over 5,000 pieces in our collection. 5,000 costumes, stage props, photos, posters, and personal effects from the lives and careers of Gypsy Rose Lee, Lottie the Body, Lili St. Cyr, Blaze Starr, Novita, Tempest Storm, Rose La Rose, and hundreds of other performers. Best of all, 5,000 pieces in our collection means 5,000 stories to tell. Telling those stories is what we do, and we love doing it. Building exhibitions, posting images, answering questions for researchers, and preserving these unique treasures for posterity help us share not just a unique and wonderful art form […] - [Support Small Businesses and Museum Stores Like BHoF](https://burlesquehall.com/support-small-businesses-and-museum-stores-like-bhof/): You’ve heard of “Black Friday” and “Cyber Monday”, the days after Thanksgiving that kick off the holiday shopping season with a mad frenzy of competitive bargain-hunting and retail excess? Well, we aren’t here to tell you not to shop that weekend, but we are here to tell you, there’s a better way. Support your local communities and the causes that matter most to you by participating in Small Business Saturday and Museum Store Sunday. Small Business Saturday (November 27) celebrates the local businesses that make up the backbone of your community (while museums are generally nonprofits, we are also businesses). […] - [We Received a Grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services!](https://burlesquehall.com/we-received-a-grant-from-the-institute-for-museum-and-library-services/): BHoF has been awarded a $32,500 ARP Grant from the Institute for Museum and Library Services (IMLS), the federal agency charged with supporting libraries and museums. This grant will allow us to focus resources on digitizing a large part of our collection, including a number of films in the Something Weird/Sonney Amusement Enterprises/Broadway Roadshow Productions Burlesque Film Collection, and make selections available to the public online in exhibitions, social media, and a searchable database. We thank the IMLS for their support of small museums like ours, and we are grateful to our federal lawmakers for recognizing the importance of arts […] - [Send your holiday wishes to burlesque legends!](https://burlesquehall.com/send-your-holiday-wishes-to-burlesque-legends/): Our apologies: the link in the October 2023 Bazoomer led to a previous year’s holiday cards post. Please go to THIS PAGE to see the 2023 list. The holidays are coming, and The Burlesque Hall of Fame would like your help spreading some much needed holiday cheer with the legends of classic-era burlesque! The pandemic has been stressful for all and many of our legends may be in isolation. We’d like to ensure they can still feel our love and support during these unprecedented times.  We are holding our 8th Annual Legends Holiday Card Campaign, starting today, through December 3rd. […] - ["TEASE: A Burlesque Revue" returns to the stage October 23!](https://burlesquehall.com/tease-a-burlesque-revue-returns-to-the-stage-october-23/): We’re excited to finally be returning to the stage with a new installation of our (more or less) quarterly show, “TEASE: A Burlesque Revue,” on October 23 at 8pm. What’s more, we’re debuting in a new venue, The Space, a new community-driven, charity-based arts complex with a gorgeous performance hall. Join us for a night of glamour, elegance, humor, sensuality, and a touch of Classic Las Vegas! Featuring: Charlie Quinn Starling Aya Fontaine La Rosa Muerta Darby Fox SinJyn Neon Pony Poison Cora Vette, and Guest Burlesque Legend, Miss Nude Universe 1975, Tiffany Carter Saturday, Oct. 23rd, at The Space, […] - [Operations Support Grant from Nevada Arts Council extended through 2023](https://burlesquehall.com/operations-support-grant-from-nevada-arts-council-extended-through-2023/): BHoF has been awarded a two-year continuation of our Operations Support Grant by the Nevada Arts Council.This grant is for $21,000 paid out over two years, providing unrestricted operating funds to non-profit arts organizations throughout the state. 35% of the funding of this grant comes from the National Endowment for the Arts. We thank the Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts for supporting Nevada arts and especially for supporting The Burlesque Hall of Fame. - [Construction is finished, we’re re-opening October 9](https://burlesquehall.com/construction-is-finished-were-re-opening-october-9/): (with more open days, too!) Construction has been completed following the July 20 fire on our rooftop that damaged our space. Our staff is now busy re-installing our exhibits and we will be opening back up October 9. We will also be adding an additional open day to our schedule. Starting this month, we will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10am to 5 pm. Advance tickets are still recommended; walk-ins will be accepted only if tickets are still available for that hour. Go to our Visit Us page to purchase tickets. We look forward to having you as […] - [#MuseumAtHome: Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month 2021](https://burlesquehall.com/museumathome-hispanic-and-latin-heritage-month-2021/): In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Burlesque Hall of Fame has partnered with burlesque historian and performer Bella Sin to highlight the careers and contributions of performers throughout the Latin burlesque world. New material will be released daily on our Instagram and Facebook pages, and this page will be updated throughout the month with even more information. Special thanks to former staff member Emmie Pappa Eddy for creating the image frames used for this month’s featured images on Instagram and Facebook. - [We have been awarded an American Rescue Plan Grant by the Nevada Arts Council](https://burlesquehall.com/we-have-been-awarded-an-american-rescue-plan-grant-by-the-nevada-arts-council/): BHoF has been awarded an $11,000 American Rescue Plan Grant by the Nevada Arts Council. Funding for this grant was made available through the American Rescue Plan, passed earlier this year to help sustain arts organizations through the lengthening years of the pandemic. These funds will go towards our basic operations to help the museum continue to serve its community while rebuilding our audience and revenue. We thank the Nevada Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts for supporting Nevada arts and especially for supporting The Burlesque Hall of Fame. - [Museum Closure Update](https://burlesquehall.com/museum-closure-update/): We are sorry to announce that the museum is still closed following the rooftop fire in our building on July 20th. Construction is taking far longer than we had initially estimated, and will continue for at least the next two-three weeks. After removal of the contaminated drywall, flooring, ceiling tiles, and other material, the space was thoroughly dried using heated blowers, and then the remaining structure was treated to prevent the future growth of mold or bacteria. After testing, it was determined that the entire space needs to be treated to remove soot and other particulate contaminants, which involves surface […] - [The 2021 Virtual BHoF Weekender is LIVE](https://burlesquehall.com/the-2021-virtual-bhof-weekender-is-live/): Our Virtual Weekender is happening now and it’s glorious! 48 hours straight of showcases, live events, panel discussions, and tons more from all over the world, streaming straight to your computer, tablet, or phone. Admission is free (donations are accepted, of course!). Go to the Virtual Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender 2021 and start watching right now. For a full schedule, visit our Weekender site at BHoFWeekend.com. - [Museum Closed Due to Fire Damage](https://burlesquehall.com/museum-closed-due-to-fire-damage/): On the night of July 20th, a fire started on the rooftop patio of our building, directly above part of our exhibition space. The fire was put out by firefighters but a great deal of smoke and water entered our space. Fortunately, only two artifacts were affected and so far they appear to be undamaged. However, a large part of our space and fixtures were damaged, and both the water and fumes are considered toxic. All artifacts have been removed from the exhibition space to the safety of our collection storage room. We are currently working with the building’s owner […] - [Free Admission for Low-Income Visitors](https://burlesquehall.com/free-admission-for-low-income-visitors/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame has joined Museums for All, a program offered by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits. The program allows free admission to the museum for a visitor and up to three family members on display of a valid SNAP, WIC, or Medicaid card.   Participating in Museums for All is part of the Burlesque Hall of Fame’s broad commitment to seek, include, and welcome all audiences. The people whose stories we tell […] - [BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME OFFERS $1 ADMISSION FOR LOW-INCOME VISITORS](https://burlesquehall.com/burlesque-hall-of-fame-offers-free-admission-for-low-income-visitors/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:Dustin M. Waxdustin@burlesquehall.com(888) 661-6465 BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME OFFERS $1 ADMISSION FOR LOW-INCOME VISITORSMuseums for All program increases accessibility of museums, promotes life-long learning June 15, 2021 – LAS VEGAS – The Burlesque Hall of Fame announced today that it has joined Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), administered by the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits. The program allows $1 admission to the museum for a visitor and up to three family […] - [Congratulations to Bambi Jones, Recipient of our 2021 Living Legend Award!](https://burlesquehall.com/congratulations-to-bambi-jones-recipient-of-our-2021-living-legend-award/): It is with great pleasure that we announce this year’s recipient of the BHoF Living Legend Award: the Fairy Kush Mother herself, Bambi Jones! The Living Legend Award recognizes performers who created distinguished careers for themselves during the heyday of burlesque and who continue to distinguish themselves through their involvement with today’s burlesque community. Born into a Jewish family in Holyoke, MA, in 1931, Bambi Jones started dancing almost as soon as she could walk. “I was just a born entertainer,” she says. “As a child, I danced in factories for penny tips, entertaining the workers during the war.” By […] - [BHoF Welcomes New Board Member Tiffany Carter](https://burlesquehall.com/bhof-welcomes-new-board-member-tiffany-carter/): Please welcome to the BHoF board the legendary performer, Miss Nude Universe 1975, Tiffany Carter! Tiffany Carter began her burlesque career at the infamous Pink Pussycat in Hollywood, CA in the late 1960s, and toured the United States, Canada, and Japan throughout her career into the 1980s. Throughout her 20+ years in burlesque, she has been a muse to MIT-trained engineer-turned-burlesque costumer Bobby Gersten and has performed alongside such legendary performers as Tempest Storm, Blaze Starr, Satan’s Angel, Kitten Natividad, Tura Satana, Delilah Jones, Shannon Doah, Akiko O’Toole, Machine Gun Kelly, Crystal Blue, Lovey Goldmine, and Teri Starr. In recent […] - [Now on view: "Coby Yee: The Hardest-Working Woman in Chinatown"](https://burlesquehall.com/now-on-view-coby-yee-the-hardest-working-woman-in-chinatown/): In 1960, Coby Yee – already a star performer at Charlie Low’s Forbidden City – opened the Dragon Lady nightclub on the eastern border of San Francisco’s Chinatown. In addition to being part-owner, Coby was the hostess and public face of the business. Soon, she also opened a studio and costume shop, and eventually took over the Forbidden City as well. Performer, costumer, teacher, nightclub operator – Coby Yee truly was, as one contemporary described her, “the hardest-working woman in Chinatown!” See our new exhibition featuring costumes, photos, and more from Coby Yee’s amazing career! Coby Yee: The Hardest-Working Woman […] - [BHoF Welcomes New Board Member Lux LaCroix](https://burlesquehall.com/bhof-welcomes-new-board-member-lux-lacroix/): Please join us in welcoming performer and filmmaker Lux LaCroix to our board. Lux is an award-winning burlesque performer, professional dancer, choreographer, performance artist, and documentary filmmaker. Her talent, dedication to the art of burlesque, and commitment to the burlesque community make her a welcome addition to our board as we lean into the challenges posed by a post-COVID world. Lux splits her time between New York and Los Angeles, performing regularly in both cities. As a dancer and choreographer she has worked with some of the biggest names in music. As a documentary filmmaker she has examined topics ranging […] - [As the Situation Changes, We Will Continue to Require Masks](https://burlesquehall.com/as-the-situation-changes-we-will-continue-to-require-masks/): We are aware of the recent changes in CDC guidance regarding masks for vaccinated adults, as well as out county’s abandonment of its COVID-19 plan. As a community space open to visitors of all kinds, including those unable or unwilling to be vaccinated at this time, we have decided to maintain all our COVID-19 mitigation efforts as outlined on our website at https://bhof.link/corona, including the requirement that all visitors and staff wear masks. We will continue to update our policies as conditions change, and look forward to the day when we can safely lift these requirements - [BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME TO PARTICIPATE IN BLUE STAR MUSEUMS](https://burlesquehall.com/burlesque-hall-of-fame-to-participate-in-blue-star-museums-2/): press@burlesquehall.com(888) 661-6465FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME TO PARTICIPATE IN BLUE STAR MUSEUMSMuseum offering free admission to active military and their family members this summer [Las Vegas, NV – May 6, 2021] The Burlesque Hall of Fame will join museums nationwide in participating in the Blue Star Museums program, an initiative that provides free admission to our nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families this summer. The 2021 program will begin on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 15, 2021, and end on Labor Day, Monday, September 6, 2021. More information about Blue Star Museums and a list of participating museums […] - [Free Admission for Active-Duty Military and Their Families this Summer!](https://burlesquehall.com/free-admission-for-active-duty-military-and-their-families-this-summer/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame will once again join museums nationwide in offering free admission to our nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families this summer at part of the Blue Star Museums program. The 2021 program will begin on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 15, and end on Labor Day, Monday, September 6. “The burlesque world has always had a special relationship with the US military,” says Executive Director Dustin M. Wax. “Burlesque performers like Gypsy Rose Lee, Ann Corio, Mae West, and Sherry Britton travelled the world with the USO, posed for pinups, led book drives for overseas […] - [Virtual Film Screening and Filmmakers' Talk: Coby and Stephen Are In Love - May 13, 6pm PDT](https://burlesquehall.com/virtual-film-screening-and-filmmakers-talk-coby-and-stephen-are-in-love-may-16-6pm-pdt/) - [Discounted Admission for Essential Workers](https://burlesquehall.com/discounted-admission-for-essential-workers/): Until the end of the year, we will be offering essential workers the same discount we offer students, seniors, and active and retired military. If you belong to one of the categories below, just let us know (or select “Essential worker” as your ticketing option at bhof.link/admission) to receive your admission at $10 instead of the $15 regular price. List of essential workers* Essential healthcare  Essential infrastructure operations  Grocery, supermarket, food pantries or soup kitchens Retail for cleaning & sanitation Businesses that rent or sell medical supplies  Cannabis entities including dispensaries, producers and cultivators Pet supply  Animal shelters Banks and […] - [Transgender Day of Visibility: Honoring Marinka](https://burlesquehall.com/transgender-day-of-visibility-honoring-marinka/): Today is International Transgender Day of Visibility. In the spirit of this event, we would like to honor the late Marinka, Queen of the Amazons, who made herself visible when she came out as transgender in her autobiography titled Marinka, from Havana to Burlesque. Born and raised in Cuba, Marinka, “Queen of the Amazons” (January 6, 1940- February 16, 2021), began performing drag and burlesque in the early 1960s in New York City. Over the course of her long career, Marinka worked with and received guidance from some of the great legends of the burlesque world, including Ann Corio and […] - [Museum to Re-Open on April 2!](https://burlesquehall.com/museum-to-re-open-on-april-2/): After over a year closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Burlesque Hall of Fame museum is excited to reopen to the public on Friday, April 2. In accordance with state guidelines, the museum has made significant changes to both its physical space and its operating procedures to assure the safety of our guests and staff.  For the immediate future, the museum will be open two days a week – Friday and Saturday – from 11am to 5pm, on a timed-entry basis limited to 6 admissions per hour and no more than 10 visitors in the space at any given […] - [BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME TO RE-OPEN APRIL 2](https://burlesquehall.com/burlesque-hall-of-fame-to-re-open-april-2/): CONTACT:Dustin M. Waxdustin@burlesquehall.com(888) 661-6465 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME TO RE-OPEN APRIL 2 The world’s premiere museum of burlesque offers a unique look into a spectacular history March 25, 2021 – LAS VEGAS – After over a year closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, The Burlesque Hall of Fame museum is excited to reopen to the public on Friday, April 2. In accordance with state guidelines, the museum has made significant changes to both its physical space and its operating procedures to assure the safety of our guests and staff.  For the immediate future, the museum will be […] - [Statement on March 17 Attack in Atlanta](https://burlesquehall.com/statement-on-march-17-attack-in-atlanta/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame is shocked and saddened by the murder of eight souls by a white gunman in Atlanta on March 17, 2021. Daoyou Feng, Delaina Ashley Yaun, Hyun Jung Grant, Paul Andre Michels, Sun Cha Kim, Soon Chung Park, Yong Ae Yue, and Xiaojie Tan were killed by a shooter driven by sexist, racist, and anti-sex worker ideologies. They were business owners, workers, family members, and friends, and our heart goes out to all whose lives were touched by them.⁣⁣ Asian performers have been instrumental players in the burlesque world, from legendary performers of the classic era […] - [#MuseumAtHome: National Puzzle Day!](https://burlesquehall.com/museumathome-national-puzzle-day/): Today is National Puzzle Day! Playing puzzles whether they be crossword, jigsaw, trivia, word searches, brain teasers or Sudoku, puzzles put our minds to work. Studies have found that when we work on a jigsaw puzzle, we use both sides of our brain. Working on puzzles stimulate the brain improving our social, memory and logical thinking skills, problem solving and can even be meditative! So, there really is no reason to skip this opportunity to do this complementary puzzle of Jenni Lee, burlesque performer and founder of the Exotic Dancers League, alongside her fellow union members, petitioning on the streets […] - [An Open Letter to Those Casting "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel"](https://burlesquehall.com/an-open-letter-to-those-casting-the-marvelous-mrs-maisel/): The text below was sent to Donna Rosenstein, Head of Casting at Amazon Studios; Jackie Snyder Benz, Senior Casting Associate at Grant Wilfley Casting, and Amy Sherman-Palladino, creator and showrunner of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, regarding a casting notice for “white female dancers” to portray burlesque dancers in the upcoming 4th season of the show. I am the executive director of the Burlesque Hall of Fame, the world’s premiere museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of burlesque. A casting call was recently placed on Backstage (and presumably elsewhere) seeking “White/European Descent” dancers to portray “1960s burlesque-style strip club […] - ['Tis the Season for Giving. And Shopping!](https://burlesquehall.com/tis-the-season-for-giving-and-shopping/): The weekend after Thanksgiving kicks off the holiday shopping season in the United States and even beyond. To help make these days count, Small Business Saturday (Nov 28) and Museum Store Sunday (Nov 29) were created to direct at least some of that shopping to places where your patronage can do the most good, in the small businesses that support local communities and in the museum stores that support your favorite museums. And #GivingTuesday follows (Dec 1) to remind you to give to support the nonprofits whose work makes lives better for all of us by promoting the social good through arts and culture, education, social […] - [Note from the Director: What I'm Thankful For](https://burlesquehall.com/note-from-the-director-what-im-thankful-for/): At this time of year, we are reminded to give thanks for the things we are grateful for. This year, as director of BHoF, I have been challenged as I never have before, and I am beyond thankful for the people who have faced those challenges with me: our staff, Weekender team, board, and you, our audience and fans worldwide. I have to start with our staff, for whom keeping the museum running this year has been a daily struggle, even without the doors being open. We were just under 2 years in our current incarnation when the closures started […] - [New in Our Collection: Sheet Music for "I'm Just Wild About Harry"](https://burlesquehall.com/new-in-our-collection-sheet-music-for-im-just-wild-about-harry/): Sheet music for “I’m Just Wild About Harry” from the musical Shuffle AlongLyrics by Noble Sissle, Music by Eubie Blake (M.W. & Sons, 1921) Shuffle Along was a 1921 Broadway musical comedy. It was groundbreaking in many ways, being the first all-Black written and performed Broadway production. Additionally, it is the first major theatrical production in America to positively portray Black romance. Written by Noble Sissle and Eubie Blake, it ran for more than 500 shows. This show is also remembered for its breakout performance by Josephine Baker. Cast as a Happy Honeysuckle in one of the chorus lines, at […] - [Send your holiday wishes to burlesque's legends!](https://burlesquehall.com/send-your-holiday-wishes-to-burlesques-legends-2/): The holidays are coming, and The Burlesque Hall of Fame would like your help spreading some much needed holiday cheer with the burlesque legends! The pandemic has been stressful for all and many of our legends may be in isolation. We’d like to ensure they can still feel our love and support during these unprecedented times.  We are holding our 7th Annual Legends Holiday Card Campaign, starting today, through December 11th. We will be collecting the following: labeled holiday cards with your written wishes to burlesque legends (unstamped) unused first-class stamps or donations to help cover postage You are welcome […] - [Trick or treat! Check out our virtual Halloween tour!](https://burlesquehall.com/trick-or-treat-check-out-our-virtual-halloween-tour/): Experience a darker side of BHoF! For a limited time, take a virtual tour of burlesque’s haunted history. Whose ghost dwells in the theater where Sally Rand once performed? What cursed color would burlesque’s legends never be caught undead in? And OMG, what is that thing?!?! Join the staff of BHoF as they guide you through some of burlesque’s weirdest and most unsettling tales. Visit bhof.link/halloween to purchase your ticket for this frightful journey through the darkest reaches of burlesque’s history. And hurry, because after November 7, this tour will disappear, perhaps never to be seen again! - [#MuseumAtHome: Burlesque Arrests](https://burlesquehall.com/museumathome-burlesque-arrests/): From its earliest arrival on US shores, burlesque has posed a challenge to local authorities charged with upholding local standards of “decency”. Whether it was women wearing men’s clothing (which was against the law in many municipalities until well into the 20th century) or women wearing not enough clothing (or none at all!), burlesque often gave community leaders something to wring their hands over. In this #MuseumAtHome video, BHoF program coordinator Buttercup details some of the many run-ins with the law experienced by burlesque performers from the 1860s to today — and how performers used these arrests as opportunities to […] - [#MuseumAtHome: Happy Birthday to "Miss Exotic World" Creator Dixie Evans](https://burlesquehall.com/museumathome-happy-birthday-to-miss-exotic-world-creator-dixie-evans/): Dixie Evans, “The Marilyn Monroe of Burlesque,” would have been 94 today. After a successful career as a burlesque dancer, Dixie eventually ended up running the Exotic World museum, creating the Miss Exotic World pageant that to this day forms the core of our BHoF Weekender, going on right now as our first Virtual Weekender (nicknamed “VHoF”) – visit BHoFWeekend.com for tickets and information. Learn more about her in this video, created by our Collections and Interpretation Coordinator, Emmie Pappa Eddy. For more fun, download the Dixie Evans coloring pages (or the one-page mini-zine) linked to below, also created by […] - [This month's virtual book club pick is Babylon Girls by Jayna Brown. Join us Aug 20 to discuss!](https://burlesquehall.com/this-months-virtual-book-club-pick-is-babylon-girls-by-jayna-brown-join-us-aug-20-to-discuss/): Join us for the “breast” book club around! ⁣⁣ The Burlesque Hall of Fame Virtual Book Club meets the third Thursday of every month via Zoom. Everyone is invited to join us, sign up here: bhof.link/joinbookclub ⁣⁣This month’s book is Babylon Girls: Black Women Performers and the Shaping of the Modern by Jayna Brown. Dr. Brown explores the history of black performance, particularly dance and variety, and what it tells us about ourselves and our modern world. Pick up a copy on Bookshop at bhof.link/bookshop or through your favorite bookstore.⁣⁣ Our next meeting is Thursday, August 20 at 5:30pm PDT.⁣⁣ […] - [Join Us for a Virtual Tour!](https://burlesquehall.com/join-us-for-a-virtual-tour/): The museum is closed at the moment, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy it! Join us for a live virtual tour, offered several times throughout the month of August as part of our 2020 Virtual Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekender! Each tour will last 30-60 minutes via Zoom (you’ll be prompted to install the software when you click the event link, if you don’t already have it installed). VIrtual guests will be led through our permanent exhibition, “Spectacular, Erotic, and Slightly SHocking: A Timeline of American Burlesque” by one of our museum staff members, who will highlight the history […] - [NEW ONLINE EXHIBITION - Bump & Grind Beneath the Big Top: Burlesque in Circuses, Carnivals, and Fairs](https://burlesquehall.com/new-online-exhibition-bump-grind-beneath-the-big-top-burlesque-in-circuses-carnivals-and-fairs/): Step right up, folks. Behind this curtain you’ll find wonders beyond your imagination. See the stars of the midcentury girl show! Learn about the Black revues! Find out how burlesque dancers lived on the road! And watch your wallets, you never know when someone will try to take you for a ride! That’s right, it’s Bump & Grind Beneath the Big Top: Burlesque in Circuses, Carnivals, and Fairs, the latest online exhibition from The Burlesque Hall of Fame. Bump & Grind Beneath the Big Top explores the world of the midcentury girl show and the women who made it happen. […] - [Join us to discuss this month's Book Club pick: Stripped Down by Anna Brooke, a.k.a. Rev. Legs Malone](https://burlesquehall.com/join-us-to-discuss-this-months-book-club-pick-stripped-down-by-anna-brooke-a-k-a-rev-legs-malone/): Join the breast virtual book club around! This month, we’re reading Stripped Down: How Burlesque Led me Home by burlesquer Rev. Legs Malone (under her “muggle” name, Anna Brooke). Legs’ memoir describes her discovery of burlesque and how the lessons she learned of self-acceptance and personal expression let her begin to live her most authentic life. Stripped Down can be ordered from your local bookstore through Bookshop or from any major bookseller. The Burlesque Hall of Fame Virtual Book Club meets via Zoom the third Thursday of each month at 5:30pm PDT. (Zoom account not required, but you will be asked to install the […] - [BHoF Re-closing as Nevada COVID Cases spike](https://burlesquehall.com/bhof-re-closing-as-nevada-covid-cases-spike/): We are sad to announce that we are again temporarily closing the museum for the remainder of Nevada’s Phase II. As COVID cases in Southern Nevada increase drastically, the staff and leadership of the museum feel that remaining open is no longer the responsible thing to do. Over the last several months, we have remodeled the museum space, implemented new cleaning procedures, and adopted numerous new policies meant to avoid the spread of disease in our space, and we are confident that these measures have created a safe environment for guests and staff alike. However, by being open as a […] - [BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME MUSEUM CLOSES AGAIN AS COVID RATES SPIKE](https://burlesquehall.com/burlesque-hall-of-fame-museum-closes-again-as-covid-rates-spike/): CONTACT: Dustin M. Waxdustin@burlesquehall.com(888) 661-6465 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME MUSEUM CLOSES AGAIN AS COVID RATES SPIKE  The museum will re-open when Nevada reaches Phase III July 6, 2020 – LAS VEGAS– The Burlesque Hall of Fame (BHoF) will be closing its doors to the public again after reopening last month, effective as of July 7. Like most Nevada businesses, the museum closed temporarily in mid-March. They reopened on June 23 after museums were allowed to reopen at reduced capacity as part of Nevada’s Phase II. The museum reorganized its layout to provide for greater social distancing, adopted […] - [Twirl-A-Thon is HERE!](https://burlesquehall.com/twirl-a-thon-is-here/): What has two Queens, an American Treasure, a fire twirler, and more tassels than you can twirl a stick at?⁣⁣That’s right, it’s TWIRL-A-THON!⁣⁣ Join host Blanche Debris and three Very Special Guest Judges, Dirty Martini, Poison Ivory, and Desiré D’Amour, as they witness a ton of tassel twirling ENTIRELY FOR YOUR BENEFIT!⁣⁣ And for the benefit of The Burlesque Hall of Fame. Our Twirlers raised over $1000 in pledges and direct donations for the museum, using just the sweat of their… brows. ⁣⁣ So why are you reading this when you could be watching twirling bits? Go to https://vimeo.com/ondemand/twirlathon right […] - [#MuseumAtHome: Minstrel Shows and Stock Comic Characters in Burlesque](https://burlesquehall.com/museumathome-minstrel-shows-and-stock-comic-characters-in-burlesque/): CONTENT WARNING: sterotypical imagery including blackface⁣⁣Learn about some of the often troubling roots of burlesque’s stock characters in this #MuseumAtHome entry. Burlesque and minstrelsy were closely related in the late 19th century, and many elements of the minstrel show became part of burlesque’s “bag of tricks”. Understanding this difficult history is essential to address and eliminate the painful legacy that has stuck with us down to today.⁣ - [The BHoF Weekender is Going Virtual!](https://burlesquehall.com/the-bhof-weekender-is-going-virtual/): In these days of shelter in place and global quarantine, we’re transforming the BHoF Weekender, originally scheduled for August 27-30, into a totally online event to be held throughout the month of August. We’ll have online showcases, classes, Legends interviews, museum tours — anything we can fit in a camera lens, we’ll broadcast out to you! More info to come, but performers can apply now for consideration. Visit the Weekender website for the rules and application form. - [We're Reopening June 23!](https://burlesquehall.com/were-reopening-june-23/): After temporarily closing our doors on March 16 due to growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic, The Burlesque Hall of Fame museum is excited to reopen to the public on Tuesday, June 23! Nevada is in “Phase II” right now and museums are allowed to open at half capacity. We’re going quite a bit under that cap (we’re limiting ourselves to 20% of capacity for now) in order to make sure we can provide the best possible experience for our visitors. To read about the changes we have made and the new procedures put into place to keep you site, visit our COVID-19 Precautions page. To […] - [BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME TO REOPEN JUNE 23](https://burlesquehall.com/burlesque-hall-of-fame-to-reopen-june-23/): Museum Will Operate with Limited Attendance, Enhanced Safety Measures During Reopening Phases  June 15, 2020 – Las Vegas, NV – After temporarily closing its doors on March 16 due to growing concern about the COVID-19 pandemic, The Burlesque Hall of Fame museum is excited to reopen to the public on Tuesday, June 23. In accordance with state guidelines, the museum has made significant changes to both its physical space and its operating procedures to assure the safety of our guests and staff.   During Phase II of Nevada’s reopening, the museum will be open three days a week – Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday – from 11am to 5pm, on a timed-entry basis limited to 6 admissions per hour and no more than […] - [BURLESQUE HALL OF FAME 2020 WEEKENDER GOES DIGITAL](https://burlesquehall.com/burlesque-hall-of-fame-2020-weekender-goes-digital/): The annual event brings burlesque performers and fans from around the world June 1, 2020 — Las Vegas – For the protection and safety of the performers, attendees, staff, and the dozens of classic-era burlesque stars who attend the event every year, The Burlesque Hall of Fame has decided to transform its annual in-person BHoF Weekender into a virtual burlesque festival. Typically held at The Orleans Hotel and Casino during the first weekend in June, the event was originally postponed to August 27-30. With the ability to safely hold large public events still uncertain, and travel restrictions preventing access to […] - [2020 BHoF Weekender Moving Online](https://burlesquehall.com/2020-bhof-weekender-moving-online/): For the protection and safety of the performers, attendees, staff, and the dozens of burlesque Legends who attend the Weekender every year, we have decided to move the 2020 BHoF Weekender online. With the ability to safely hold large public events still uncertain, and travel restrictions preventing access to the large number of international performers and audience members who typically attend, a traiditional in-person event would be difficult, if not impossible, to host, and unsatisfactory even if we could. Details on the online Weeekender will be available on the BHoF Weekender home page at BHoFWeekend.com as the event develops. Performers […] - [Statement of Support for Black Lives Matters protesters and activists; upcoming live auction postponed](https://burlesquehall.com/statement-of-support-for-black-lives-matters-protesters-and-activists-upcoming-live-auction-postponed/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame stands in solidarity with the protesters and activists who have taken to the streets across the nation and around the world. We strongly stand against racism and violence. We stand in solidarity with the Black community, whether a burlesque performer, friend of the museum, or a stranger we have yet to meet. We stand with all who fight against systemic racism, white supremacy, and the historic oppression of the Black community. Now is the time to give space and attention to the Black Lives Matter movement, to the protesters, to the communities affected by the […] ## Pages - [Object Loan & Image Licensing Policy](https://burlesquehall.com/learn/object-loan-image-licensing-policy/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame has a collection of nearly 5,000 costumes, photos, posters, personal effects, stage props, and other material related to burlesque history. We are happy to work with other institutions or independent curators to provide pieces for exhibition, produce entire exhibitions, and license digital imagery. Loan of objects from BHoF collection Loans are available to museums and other institutions with skill trained in the handling and mounting of artifacts, particularly fragile costume pieces. We will work with you to select appropriate objects to suit the purpose of your exhibition and the context in which the material will […] - [Use of Artificial Intelligence Policy](https://burlesquehall.com/about/core-documents/use-of-artificial-intelligence-policy/): The rise of “Artificial Intelligence” (AI) technology in computing presents a transformation in technology similar to the rise of social media, the Internet, possibly even personal computing itself. The Burlesque Hall of Fame (BHoF) recognizes that the potential benefits and new tools made possible by AI may be offset by a range of new harms, some inherent to the technology itself (e.g. escalating power and water usage) and some by the practices of companies in the fields (e.g. the illegal use of copyrighted works for AI training). While avoiding all AI use entirely is not feasible given the way AI […] - [Museum Store](https://burlesquehall.com/museum-store/) - [My account](https://burlesquehall.com/my-account/) - [Checkout](https://burlesquehall.com/checkout/) - [Cart](https://burlesquehall.com/cart/) - [Job Openings](https://burlesquehall.com/about/job-openings/): There are no open positions available at this time. Please contact us if you are interested in volunteering, teaching, or performing in one of our local shows. (If you are interested in performing at the BHoF Weekender, go to bhofweekend.com for more information.) - [Online Exhibitions](https://burlesquehall.com/learn/exhibitions/online-exhibitions/) - [Quick Links](https://burlesquehall.com/links/): School of Striptease Museum & Community Resources - [2020 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Plan](https://burlesquehall.com/about/core-documents/2020-deia-plan/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame holds the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA) to be central to our existence. As a museum dedicated to telling the stories of mostly women, mostly from working class backgrounds, often gay or bisexual, often trans, often from one or more ethnic and/or racial minority, we hold these principles to be central to what we do and why we do it.  As historians working in a field that is marginal even by the standards of women’s history, we know that we often cannot tell the whole story, but we do our best to […] - [Joining the BHoF Board](https://burlesquehall.com/about/meet-the-board/joining-the-bhof-board/): Becoming a BHoF Board Member Being a BHoF board member is both an honor and a responsibility. BHoF board members are important ambassadors for the museum to the public, and represent the mission and values of the organization. Our board provides oversight for the organization, advising the director and monitoring the programmatic, financial, and public relations health of the organization. In addition, the board drafts, approves, and/or updates the central policies that direct the organization’s operation, from the bylaws, mission statement, code of ethics, and other policies that define the museum’s long-term identity, to the strategic plan and annual budgets […] - [Meet the Board](https://burlesquehall.com/about/meet-the-board/): Board of Directors The Burlesque Hall of Fame’s board is charged with organizational governance and oversight. Board members are drawn from both within the burlesque community and outside, helping to assure a broad range of skills and perspectives. If you’d like to contact the board for any reason, please email board@burlesquehall.com. We are always searching for potential board members, click here to find out more about board membership and how to apply to become a BHoF board member. ​ ​ Lux LaCroix, Co-Chair Lux LaCroix is an award-winning burlesque performer, professional dancer, choreographer, performance artist, and documentary filmmaker. Her talent, dedication […] - [COVID-19 Precautions](https://burlesquehall.com/visit/covid-19-precautions/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame museum is excited to reopen on Friday, April 2, 2021. In accordance with federal and state guidelines, we have made significant changes to both our physical space and our operating procedures to assure the safety of our guests and staff.   For the immediate future, operational changes will include the following:  The museum will be open three days a week, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday, from 11am to 5pm.  Admission will be on an hourly basis and will be limited to 6 entries per hour, with a maximum of 10 visitors in the space at any given time. Reservations for time slots […] - [BHoF Virtual Book Club](https://burlesquehall.com/learn/bhof-virtual-book-club/): Join the breast virtual book club around! Read and discuss works from and about the world of burlesque, from autobiographies and memoirs to trashy novels. Social reading centered on all things Burly-Q, the Burlesque Hall of Fame Virtual Book Club will meet via Zoom on third Thursdays, bi-monthly. Join our book club! There is no charge to participate. Join at: https://bookclubz.com/clubs/14849/join/d6cc53/  Zoom link will be sent out to registered participants before the meeting. (Zoom account not required, but you will be asked to install the app the first time you join). - [COVID-19 Collection Project](https://burlesquehall.com/support/donating-artifacts/covid-19-collection-project/): Here at BHOF, our mission is to record and document burlesque history, and the quarantine, closure of theaters and other venues, and shift of burlesque performers to online production is nothing if not historic. We know many of you have found ways to keep the tassels twirling during this pandemic, and we would love to be able to document your virtual endeavors. To that end, we are asking burlesque performers and producers who have launched online projects to submit a copy for the museum’s digital archive, for future research and to create exhibitions telling the story of this strange new […] - [Rent the museum in Las Vegas' Downtown Arts District](https://burlesquehall.com/visit/space-rental/): Host your wedding, party, meeting, or other small event in one of the most unique spaces around! The Studio at The Burlesque Hall of Fame is a multipurpose space with mirrors and high ceilings. Ideal for rehearsals, classes and meetings. Room dimensions are 25.5’ x 18’; can seat up to 40 with theater style seating, 18-20 at tables. Maximum capacity of entire space is 50 people. The studio space may be reserved outside of the museum’s normal business hours which are Tues, Wed, Fri and Sat 11-5. To learn more or to make a reservation, contact us by email or […] - [Upcoming Events and Classes](https://burlesquehall.com/upcoming-events-and-classes/) - [Past Exhibitions](https://burlesquehall.com/learn/exhibitions/past-exhibitions/): << Current Exhibitions - [Exhibitions](https://burlesquehall.com/learn/exhibitions/): Previous Exhibitions >> - [Learn](https://burlesquehall.com/learn/): BHoF offers many ways to discover burlesque’s history and culture both in and out of the museum. Learn all about burlesque’s history from our Articles and Interviews and the bios in our Who’s Who in BurlyQ collection. Or discover unique items from our collection in our Featured Artifacts. And join us for a class for some fun hands-on learning at BHoF’s School of Striptease! - [News](https://burlesquehall.com/news/) - [Burlesquehall.com Privacy Policy](https://burlesquehall.com/privacy-policy/): Who we are You are on the site of the Burlesque Hall of Fame, a nonprofit museum dedicated to preserving, sharing, celebrating, and inspiring the art of burlesque. Our website address is: http://burlesquehall.com. Your privacy is important to us. This site is primarily informational, and so very little visitor data is collected aside from that necessary for the operation of a website and the particular functions of this site (e.g. name and email address provided for commenting). Some functions of the site require the use of third-party processors (membership, newsletter subscription, comment moderation, etc.); data collected for those purposes is […] - [Wall of Pasties Fundraiser](https://burlesquehall.com/support/wall-of-pasties-ii/): Three years ago, we offered founding donors a chance to immortalize themselves on the new museum’s Wall of Pasties. Donors names appear under sequined pasties, glittering crystal pasties, or under their own pair of pasties, creating a sparkling monument to our community of supporters.  Since opening our doors last April, the Wall of Pasties has been not just a nice way to honor our supporters, it’s become an attraction in and of itself! Visitors are drawn to both the beautiful display of crystals and sequins shimmering in the light, and to the variety of personal expression on display in the […] - [SHOP](https://burlesquehall.com/shop/) - [Products](https://burlesquehall.com/products/): [asp_show_all_products] - [Donation-Result](https://burlesquehall.com/stripe-checkout-result/): [accept_stripe_payment_checkout] Thank you for your donation to The Burlesque Hall of Fame in the amount of ${paid_amount}. Your ongoing support helps us to preserve and share the unique history of burlesque as an art form and cultural phenomenon. The Burlesque Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization, TAX ID# 33-0850255. Your donation amount is tax-deductible. You will receive an email with this information which will serve as your receipt. As you know, the Burlesque Hall of Fame depends upon the support of contributors like you to continue to serve our audience and the burlesque community, and we hope […] - [Las Vegas Burlesque Shows](https://burlesquehall.com/visit/las-vegas-burlesque/): We get asked all the time what kind of burlesque visitors can see in Las Vegas. Here’s a calendar of local burlesque shows. For more information about the local burlesque community, join the Burlesque Las Vegas page on Facebook! - [Inaugural Supporters](https://burlesquehall.com/support/inaugural-supporters/): In 2016, BHoF held a fundraiser to support the move to our new location at 1027 S Main St, #110. With your help, we raised over $50,000 which went towards designing the space, creating new exhibitions, moving our collection and other material, and other costs of the move. Our eternal thanks to the following donors for their support! A.L. Carson Elizabeth Rieur Miss Cat Wings Adrianna LeBlanc Evil Hate Monkey Miss Cherry Lashes Alexandra Kolod Felina Mistemper Miss Chevious Cinders Allen Lee Flo Foxworthy Miss Kitty Baby Amanda Knisely-Medina Foxy Allure Missy Aggravation Amber Clark Frances I Coyle Miz Charlamay […] - [BHoF School of Striptease](https://burlesquehall.com/visit/burlesque-classes/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame’s School of Striptease offers burlesque classes for the hobbyist, the novice, and established performers of all levels. Our classes are guided by the principle that “All bodies are burlesque bodies”, with a commitment to the comfort and empowerment of our students. Furthermore, we welcome all ages (over 18), ethnicities, body types, levels of physical ability, and levels of personal comfort. Learn the art of burlesque from the industry’s top performers of today and yesteryear! “The largest benefit by far is my increased self esteem. These classes have created a new way of seeing myself. Yes, […] - [Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)](https://burlesquehall.com/about/frequently-asked-questions-faq/): What is the Burlesque Hall of Fame? The Burlesque Hall of Fame (BHoF) is the world’s premier organization dedicated to preserving the living legacy of burlesque as an artform and cultural phenomenon and fostering the continued growth of the artform. With a collection of several thousand costumes, stage props, photographs, and personal effects documenting the careers and lives of burlesque dancers, comics, and producers over nearly a century, the museum is a growing testament to the power and social impact of the art of the tease. Is the Burlesque Hall of Fame a registered nonprofit? Yes, BHoF is a 501(c)(3) […] - [Meet the Staff](https://burlesquehall.com/about/meet-the-staff/): Museum Staff Dustin M. Wax, Executive Director Dustin holds an M. Phil. (ABD) in cultural anthropology from the New School for Social Research in New York City, and has taught anthropology and gender studies at both University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and the College of Southern Nevada since 2003. He is strongly committed to Nevada arts and culture, has served on the boards of several local arts and cultural organizations, and currently sits on the board of the Nevada Museums Association. He is the editor of Anthropology at the Dawn of the Cold War: The Influence of Foundations, McCarthyism, and The […] - [Core Documents](https://burlesquehall.com/about/core-documents/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame is committed to a policy of public disclosure and transparency. We believe that to best serve a community, a museum must welcome that community as a partner. Below you will find links to our foundational documents, public financial records, and other core documents related to the museum, its finances, and operations. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us. Core Documents Mission Statement Articles of Incorporation 1999 Bylaws (superseded by 2015 bylaws, below) 2015 BHoF Bylaws (updated 2019) 1023 Application for Recognition of Exemption (Filed May 2000) IRS Determination Letter (and confirmation of status under […] - [Sponsors and Partners](https://burlesquehall.com/support/sponsors-and-partners/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame thanks our sponsors and partners for their ongoing support of the museum and its work. Please consider patronizing them as a way to help support BHoF. - [Press Releases](https://burlesquehall.com/press/press-releases/) - [Researcher Access](https://burlesquehall.com/visit/researcher-access/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame supports and encourages the use of our collection by academics, students, writers, and other members of the public for exhibition, education, and research purposes. Any reasonable request for access will be considered. Permission to access the BHoF collection will be at the discretion of the museum staff, and is subject to limitations of staff time and resources, the condition of the object(s) in question and their ability to be handled and examined, relevant state and federal law (including copyright), donor restrictions, and issues of privacy. Visitors are asked to please submit your request for permission […] - [BHoF Weekend](https://burlesquehall.com/bhof-weekender/) - [Top Rated Las Vegas Museum](https://burlesquehall.com/press/reviews/): Our visitors love The Burlesque Hall of Fame museum! BEST of LAS VEGAS/Best Museum (Bronze), Las Vegas Review-Journal (2018) #41 of 458 Things to Do in Las Vegas, TripAdvisor (as of 7/2021) 4.7 stars, Google Reviews (as of 7/2021) 4.5 stars, Yelp (as of 7/2021) 5 stars, Facebook (as of 7/2021) The press loves The Burlesque Hall of Fame museum, too! The Best LGBTQ+ Hidden Gem in Every State, TripSavvy.com (2021) Experiences You Can Only Have in Nevada, TravelNevada.com (2019) Attractions off the Strip: Burlesque Hall of Fame, Vegas.com (2019) How to Spring Break When You’re Broke, Stash (2019) 25 […] - [Home](https://burlesquehall.com/): What’s New at BHoF More Events - [Volunteer](https://burlesquehall.com/support/volunteer/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame seeks volunteers for a variety of roles, including: Local Support: Las Vegas residents and visitors, we need you on site! Help set up exhibits, catalog the collection, welcome guests at the front desk and gift store and more. Learn more about opportunities available on-site and sign up here. If you’ve already signed up, let us know what shifts you can do. Remote Data Entry: Help us digitize our catalogue by copying handwritten information into our online forms and/or add photos to appropriate object files in our online database. Merchandise Design Team: Persons with design and […] - [Wishlist](https://burlesquehall.com/support/wishlist/): You can help support BHoF by helping us acquire the tools, equipment, books, and other material we need to manage the day-to-day business of running the museum, preserving the collection, and developing programming. Some of the things we need right now include: Archival materials including acid-free, archive-quality boxes, folders, tissue paper, photo sleeves, and poster boxes. Particularly: Archival boxes for costumes (60x20x6 and 40x24x6) or these Unbuffered archival tissue paper (30″ wide) or these (be sure to select “unbuffered”} Sheet protectors (8 1/2″ x 11″ standard weight) or these Miracle boxes (these are our bread-and-butter storage boxes) Other archival boxes […] - [The BHoF Flyer Archive](https://burlesquehall.com/support/the-bhof-flyer-archive/): Give us your flyers, your posters, your bundled postcards yearning to be preserved! Announcing the launch of the BHoF Flyer Project, an ongoing effort to collect and preserve flyers, posters, postcards, and other promotional materials from the world of contemporary burlesque. The history of burlesque is being written every day, with every bump, every grind, every twirl of the tassel and flitter of the fan, and we want to make sure that history is preserved for the next generation of burlesque performers, fans, and scholars. And the next one. So here’s the deal: Download the Flyer Archive Form from our […] - [Donate](https://burlesquehall.com/support/donate/): Your donations support the preservation of burlesque history By making a tax-deductible donation to the Burlesque Hall of Fame, you honor the memory of Burlesque “as it was”: A raucous, ribald world of dancers, comics, musicians, impresarios and others who sought to entertain America’s masses through some of our nation’s darkest times. Your donation, however large or small, allows us to continue to preserve, protect, and share the memory and traditions of this uniquely American art. Please: help celebrate and honor the living history of Burlesque. Donate to the Burlesque Hall of Fame today. Prefer to donate using crypto? Go […] - [Donate Artifacts](https://burlesquehall.com/support/donating-artifacts/): Artifact donations are key to the Burlesque Hall of Fame’s development. The generosity of our supporters has helped BHoF become (and remain) the world’s most valuable burlesque resource. From Ann Corio to Zorita, our unique archive of photographs, costumes, stage props, and other items  provides academics and enthusiasts alike the opportunity to experience “burlesque as it was.” There are, however, countless more stories of burlesque past (and present) worthy of acknowledgment in the Hall of Fame. As such, we seek to acquire appropriate objects for our collection through gifts from the general public, as well as amateur and professional memorabilia […] - [About](https://burlesquehall.com/about/): The Burlesque Hall of Fame is the world’s premier organization dedicated to preserving the living legacy of burlesque as an artform and cultural phenomenon. With a collection of several thousand costumes, stage props, photographs, and personal effects documenting the careers and lives of burlesque dancers, comics, and producers over nearly a century, the museum is a growing testament to the power and social impact of the art of the tease. Our Mission The Burlesque Hall of Fame is a nonprofit museum committed to preserving, sharing, celebrating, and inspiring the art of burlesque. We act as a hub for the growing […] - [Subscribe](https://burlesquehall.com/newsletter/): Receive updates about the museum and BHoF Weekend throughout the year! Past Newsletters - [Contact Us](https://burlesquehall.com/contact-us/): We’d love to hear from you! Please email us with your questions, comments, concerns, or complaints, using the form below. You may also call us toll-free at (888) 661-6465 during business hours. - [Become a Member](https://burlesquehall.com/support/become-a-member/): The very best way to support BHoF and be part of what we do is to become a member. When you join the Burlesque Hall of Fame, you not only get the satisfaction of supporting the world’s only museum exclusively dedicated to the art, artifacts, and traditions of ecdysiasm (that’s fancy for strippin’), but lots of exclusive benefits! All members receive: A digital membership card (can be saved in Android or Apple Wallet) A 10% discount in the museum store Access to our members-only pre-sale to buy BHoF Weekender tickets before they go on sale to the general public (at […] - [Support](https://burlesquehall.com/support/): There are many ways to help support our efforts to collect, preserve, and display the heritage of burlesque: Become a member Make a cash donation to the museum Donate something off our wishlist to the museum Donate artifacts for our collection Contribute to our flyer and poster archive Volunteer Visit the museum Shop at our online store Attend the annual BHoF Weekender - [Press Info](https://burlesquehall.com/press/): Who are we? The Burlesque Hall of Fame (BHoF) is more than a museum, it is a living tribute to the raucous, ribald hybrid of music, comedy, theatre, and dance known as burlesque. From the art’s scandalous 19th century roots to the golden age of mid-century American striptease, the modern-day “neo-burlesque” revival and beyond, The Burlesque Hall of Fame celebrates the depth and breadth of the burlesque entertainment experience. Our collection The BHoF archive began as the personal collection of Exotic Dancers League founder Jennie Lee, The Bazoom Girl. Recognizing burlesque as a unique and meaningful art form worthy of […] ## Products - [Gift Card](https://burlesquehall.com/product/gift-card/) - [Garment washed baseball cap](https://burlesquehall.com/product/garment-washed-baseball-cap/): Sport the Burlesque Hall of Fame logo with pride! Fuchsia thread embroidery. Laid-back and classic, this garment-washed cap brings that perfectly worn-in look from day one. Soft, unstructured, and easy to wear with anything. 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