A residential building in Las Vegas now serving as an office, distinguished by its place in the city’s architectural heritage and inclusion within a historic neighborhood district.
At a glance
The Jay Dayton Smith House stands in the Las Vegas High School Neighborhood Historic District, a significant area documenting the city’s early residential development. Today it functions as an office, reflecting the adaptive reuse common to many historic properties in urban centers.
History
The house was recognized for its historical importance and added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 20, 1987, securing its protection as a cultural asset for future generations.
What you see
Limited architectural details are documented in available sources. The building’s character reflects early Las Vegas residential design conventions of its era.
Cultural significance
The house represents an important chapter in Las Vegas’s urban history, situated within a neighborhood district that preserves the city’s residential heritage and documents the community’s development beyond its famous commercial corridors.
Key facts
- Location: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
- Coordinates: 36.16226, −115.1441
- National Register of Historic Places: Added February 20, 1987
- Historic district: Las Vegas High School Neighborhood Historic District
- Current use: Office
Practical information & getting there
The house is located within Las Vegas’s established neighborhoods. Visitors interested in historic architecture and the city’s residential heritage can explore the surrounding historic district. For current access information, contact local Las Vegas heritage organizations or the National Park Service.
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