New exhibition open now: Let’s 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.
We’re Hiring: P/T Museum Assistant
BHoF is hiring a part-time museum assistant. The museum assistant’s primary responsibility is to staff the museum space: greeting and admitting visitors, selling merchandise, giving tours, and helping to keep the museum welcoming and tidy. Other responsibilities will be added depending on your talents and interests. We do a ton
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
We’re staying open more days!
Starting Tuesday, November 7, we will be open five days a week instead of four, adding Sundays to our schedule. Our new hours will be: Tuesday 11a – 5p Wednesday 11a – 5p Friday 11a – 5p Saturday 11a – 5p Sunday Noon – 5p We will remain closed on
New Display: Fans from Tigger!’s “Emperor’s New Clothes” Act
With his characteristic generosity, 2006 Besy Boylesque winner Tigger! has allowed us to display this exquisite set of fans from his famous “Emperor’s New Clothes” act, as performed on stage at the BHoF Weekender in 2014. Dancer, actor, and burlesque artist Tigger! began incorporating striptease into their performances in the
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
Construction is finished, we’re 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.
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,
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
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
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