Pierre Gendebien

Henderson NV Area Guide

Just minutes from the glitter of the Las Vegas Strip and a few miles from Mount Charleston, the city of Henderson is an oasis in the middle of the Mojave Desert.  Known as a community of small town values with big city efficiencies, Henderson is the largest full-service city in the state of Nevada providing residents with ambulance, fire suppression, police, sewer and water services. Henderson is located in the midst of three man-made feats of nature: Vegas, Hoover Dam, and Lake Mead.  Henderson is also just a few miles from McCarran International Airport. As a premier residential community, Henderson, Nevada offers both residents and visitors alike an abundance of cultural events, special attractions, miles of trails and open spaces, and outstanding recreational facilities as well as renowned resorts, restaurants, shopping and an overall superb quality of life.

Henderson is home to a rapidly expanding workforce due to the state’s “no corporate tax” and “no personal income tax” systems.  Major corporations such as Levi Strauss & Company, Ocean Spray, Ford Motor Credit, Toyota Financial Services, Good Humor-Breyers, and many others find Henderson a place to do business.  Henderson residents have the highest median education levels when compared to the rest of Southern Nevada, as well as earn the highest median income.

Henderson History

(The following information on Henderson’s history has been directly sourced from: http://www.visithenderson.com/visit/glance/history/.  To learn more, please click on the link listed in blue.)

Henderson was actually "born in America's defense" ten years prior to its incorporation during World War II with the building of the Basic Magnesium Plant. The plant supplied the US War Department with magnesium for munitions and airplane parts. Mayor Jim Gibson's own father, Fred Gibson, was one of the original engineers sent to Great Britain to learn the secret of creating the "miracle metal" which would eventually help the United States and the allies win the war.
However, in l947, magnesium production was no longer necessary for defense and most of the 14,000 BMI employees moved away. Enrollment in the school system was reduced by two thirds and well over half the townsite houses, built to house plant workers, went vacant. In 1947 the United States War Asset Administration actually offered Henderson for sale as war surplus property.
In an effort to save the city, the Nevada Legislature spent a weekend visiting Henderson evaluating the possibility of state administration of Basic Magnesium. Within days of the visit, the legislators unanimously approved a bill giving the Colorado River Commission of Nevada the authority to purchase the industrial plants. Governor Vail Pittman signed the Bill on March 27, 1947, helping save Henderson from becoming war surplus property.
With the help of local industry, the City of Henderson, Nevada, was officially incorporated on April 16, 1953. On May 23, 1953, Henderson, with its population of 7,410, elected Dr. Jim French as the town's first Mayor. Originally about 13 square miles in size, the City quickly began to grow and flourish. Today, the City of Henderson has grown to more than 94.5 square miles and is the second largest city in Nevada. Henderson is often referred to as having small town values with big city efficiencies. The city's official slogan "Henderson: a Place to Call Home" reflects a community that enjoys small town values while benefiting from big city efficiencies.

Green Valley
(The following information on Green Valley has been directly sourced from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Green_Valley%2C_Henderson.  Please click on the link provided to learn more.)
Green Valley is a neighborhood of Henderson, Nevada. The Green Valley Master Community development was founded in 1978 by American Nevada Corporation in an area of 8,400 acres on the southeast part of the Las Vegas Valley. Smaller enclaves called Green Valley Ranch and Green Valley South in later years within the boundaries of the master community.
Public education is provided by the Clark County School District
Henderson (including Green Valley) forms the southern edge of the fastest growing metropolitan area in the United States. The city's population of 199,335 (2001 Clark County estimate) ranks Henderson as the third largest city in the State of Nevada. Located just 7 miles from the Las Vegas Strip and less than a mile from Lake Mead, Henderson is known for its master-planned residential communities, parks and recreation facilities, cultural activities and a rapidly growing business community.

Henderson Parks & Recreation

• http://www.cityofhenderson.com/parks/parks/parks_and_trails_overview.php
• http://www.visithenderson.com/
• http://www.visithenderson.com/visit/glance/history/

View Henderson Events Calendar: http://www.visithenderson.com/todo/special_events/calendar

Henderson Attractions
(The following information on Henderson’s attractions has been directly sourced from each attraction’s website.  To learn more about any of these items, please click on their associated links.)
Just minutes from the glitter of the Las Vegas Strip, Henderson, Nevada offers the ultimate in resort destinations for both business and pleasure. Nestled among three of the most renowned man-made attractions in the world, Henderson is ideally situated amid the glamorous Las Vegas Strip, the engineering marvel of the Hoover Dam, and the tranquil beauty of Lake Mead. 
(The above paragraph was directly sourced from: http://www.visithenderson.com)

Las Vegas

Las Vegas offers Henderson residents and visitors great dining and entertainment options. 

Henderson Pavilion
Henderson Pavilion is the largest outdoor amphitheater in the state. Tickets and show updates are available at http://www.hendersonlive.com.

Veterans Memorial Wall
Born in America's defense during World War II, the City of Henderson continues to honor its war born heritage. On November 11, 1994, the City officials dedicated the only Veterans Memorial Wall in southern Nevada, honoring those that have fought for our country to protect the threads of freedom and democracy that are woven into the fabric of American patriotism.