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Museum of Gaming History Exhibit at the Plaza

Help Fund the Upcoming Exhibit in Downtown Las Vegas. We are opening at the Plaza in February 2016.

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Museum of Gaming History Exhibit at the Plaza

Museum of Gaming History Exhibit at the Plaza

Museum of Gaming History Exhibit at the Plaza

Museum of Gaming History Exhibit at the Plaza

Museum of Gaming History Exhibit at the Plaza

Help Fund the Upcoming Exhibit in Downtown Las Vegas. We are opening at the Plaza in February 2016.

Help Fund the Upcoming Exhibit in Downtown Las Vegas. We are opening at the Plaza in February 2016.

Help Fund the Upcoming Exhibit in Downtown Las Vegas. We are opening at the Plaza in February 2016.

Help Fund the Upcoming Exhibit in Downtown Las Vegas. We are opening at the Plaza in February 2016.

Ross Poppel
Ross Poppel
Ross Poppel
Ross Poppel
1 Campaign |
Las Vegas, United States
$800 USD 19 backers
8% of $10,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Help Fund the Upcoming Exhibit in Downtown Las Vegas

We have a goal! We are trying to reach $10,000 to put on an exhibit. 
We are a 501(C)3 Not-For-Profit. All donations are Tax Deductible


Who are We?
We are the Museum of Gaming History (MoGH), a not-for-profit, 501(C)3, educational institution founded by the Casino Chip and Gaming Token Collectors Club, Inc. The mission of the Museum of Gaming History is to preserve collections, artifacts, and archives for the purpose of educating the public through it’s exhibitions, programs, and information. The MoGH provides a virtual and physical presence of Gaming Collectibles and Memorabilia at our website (www.themogh.org) and displays of such items at various venues in Las Vegas, at this time, with more planned.

Gaming has held a place in traditional and popular culture for centuries worldwide. When motivations, style, and technology change, gaming has adapted to serve the needs and desires of people. Artists represent it, writers discuss it, and destinations are built around it. Gaming can be simultaneously celebrated or criticized, leisurely or addictive, legal or illegal. Learning multiple perspectives helps us understand what drives people to invest time and money in and around gaming. Preserving artifacts provides tangible references to study and enjoy. Engaging in public dialogue about such cultural traditions enables us to think critically about our past, present and future.

What We are Doing?
Building on the recent success with public exhibits at the El Cortez and Mob Museum the Museum of Gaming History wants to expand it’s footprint by looking to raise money via direct donations to fund an upcoming exhibition located at the Plaza Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas Nevada. This project will showcase items from this historic property and will be open to the public free-of-charge. Putting on an exhibition of this complexity costs money - to procure items of historical significance to the property, to procure display cases, to develop a multi-media presentation with the rich history of the property from its time as a railroad stop through becoming an icon of downtown Las Vegas and one of the most photographed hotels in all of downtown.

The exhibition will include gaming memorabilia such as chips, dice, and slot glass and will also include pictures from the different eras and incarnations of the property. The display will start in February 2016. We have a lot of items that were donated or loaned for the exhibition, but we can't do this without your additional financial support. Our website has some of the coverage we received. These can be seen at our website video section.

What Have We Done?
The Museum of Gaming History has already put on two exhibits. The first exhibit was at the Mob Museum located in downtown Las Vegas (in the old post office building). Our second exhibit is becoming a permanent piece at the El Cortez Hotel and Casino and chronicles the life of Jackie Gaughan, one of the pioneers who made Las Vegas what it is today. He owned a number of very influential properties, such as the El Cortez, The Plaza, The Western, The Las Vegas Club, and even held part ownership in the Flamingo, Golden Nugget, and Boulder Club. This exhibit showcases the man through memorabilia such as chips, dice, slot glass, pictures, and a multi-media presentation.

You can keep up with the events through the webpage at our events page.

Other ways you can help
We understand that not everyone is in a position to participate. But the museum has a mission to educate the public and be the keeper of gaming history. But you can still help. Consider doing one of the following:

  • Help us spread the word - Use the links provided below to alert other people of our campaign.

  • Join our mailing list - go to the Museum website at www.themogh.org and select the Mailing List option in the About Us menu. This will let us keep you informed of future exhibits, events, and happenings around the gaming industry.

  • Visit the website often - the new website will be updated often with fresh content. By visiting the website you will be in the know about the museum.

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Donation

$1 USD
A big virtual thank-you from the Chairman of the board. You'll be added to our list of patrons and be kept informed on upcoming events and exhibits. All Donations are Tax Deductible
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Donation

$5 USD
A big virtual thank-you from the Chairman of the board. You'll be added to our list of patrons and be kept informed on upcoming events and exhibits. All Donations are Tax Deductible
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Donation

$10 USD
In addition to a thank-you as a contributor, a $10 donation will get you a mention as a patron on the Museum of Gaming History website. All Donations are Tax Deductible
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Silver Level Contributor

$25 USD
In addition to a thank-you as a contributor and a listing on the website, a silver level contributor will also receive a limited edition no cash value chip created for the opening of the exhibit.
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February 2016
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Gold Level Contributor

$50 USD
A gold level contributor will receive a special thank-you from the Chairman and a limited edition T-shirt from the Museum of Gaming History. You'll also receive a special mention as a gold level contributor on the website, All Donations are Tax Deductible
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February 2016
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Diamond Level Contributor

$100 USD
As one of our esteemed contributors, the diamond level contributor receives all the perks of the silver and gold level. This includes the limited edition chip and T-short as well as a mention on the website.
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February 2016
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Corporate / Individual Sponsor

$1,000 USD
There are corporate and individual sponsorships available at the $1000 level. An individual or corporation at the $1000 level may inscribe a plaque in honor or memory of a loved one or mention its name or brief note. All Donations are Tax Deductible
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Corporate / Individual Sponsor

$5,000 USD
At the $5000 level, the museum will purchase a display case to become a permanent part of this and future exhibits with a plaque that provides a permanent thanks. All Donations are Tax Deductible
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