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Hear Claytee D. White share her experiences in Las Vegas attending and participating in Juneteenth celebrations over the years and how they have grown to be celebrated here in Southern Nevada.
As the inaugural director of the Oral History Research Center for UNLV Libraries, White collects the history of Las Vegas and the surrounding area by gathering memories of events and experiences from longtime residents. Her projects include early health care in the city, history of the John S. Park Neighborhood, The Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project, and a study of musicians who played with some of the greats in the entertainment field. She is also one of five founders of the Las Vegas Black Historical Society Inc. where she chronicles the history of the Las Vegas black community that was established in 1905. Her published writings on the subject include a book chapter, encyclopedia entries, and several articles.
Gibson Library is located in the Lake Mead Crossings Center on W. Lake Mead Pkwy. and S. Water St. This location features a drive-thru window, a computer lab, and study rooms.
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