The History of the Frontier Hotel in Las Vegas

By Denise Sullivan

The History of the Frontier Hotel in Las Vegas

The Frontier Hotel and Casino was the second of the resort-style properties on the Las Vegas Strip. While it never had a golf course, today's luxury golf resorts would not be a Las Vegas staple without its influence on the city.

Early Years

In 1930, the Pair-O-Dice nightclub and casino opened along Highway 91, which brought visitors to Las Vegas from Los Angeles. It was sold and renovated in 1938 and reopened in 1939 as the 91 Club.

The Last Frontier

The 91 Club nightclub and its surrounding property were purchased by R.E. Griffith and William J. Moore in 1942 as a way to compete with the neighboring El Rancho casino resort. They converted the property into a Western-themed hotel and casino named the Hotel Last Frontier.

The New Frontier

The property was sold in 1954, and the resort was renovated with a space theme instead of the traditional Western look. To reflect the modern look of the property, the name was changed to the New Frontier.

Closure and Implosion

The Frontier hotel closed July 16, 2007. It was imploded with 1,000 pounds of explosives on Nov. 13, 2007.

Performers

The Frontier was the site of Elvis' first performance in Las Vegas in 1956. In 1970, it hosted the last appearance of Diana Ross with The Supremes.

About The Author

Denise Sullivan has been a professional writer for four years after a long career in business. Her areas of expertise are business, law, gaming, home renovations, gardening, sports, and exercise. She is also a tennis and golf enthusiast and enjoys traveling the Western states.

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