PHOTOS: Throwback photos in Las Vegas

Betty Willis designed the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign while working at Young Electric Sign Company (YESCO). Photo taken on May 13, 1998Darrin Bush, Las Vegas News Bureau
Comedy legend Steve Martin gambling at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in the 70s.Las Vegas News Bureau
The long-running aquatic show Splash at the Riviera. Premiering June 22, 1985, Splash was produced by choreographer Jeff Kutash and touted as an “aquacade” of music and dance. Featuring a troupe of gorgeous showgirls, glamorous costumes, dynamic dancers and a 20,000 gallon water tank, the show ended its long run at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in 2006.Las Vegas News Bureau
Dolly Parton performing at the Riviera Hotel & Casino.Las Vegas News Bureau
Dolly Parton performing at the Riviera Hotel & Casino.Las Vegas News Bureau
Opening night of Liberace’s show at the Riviera on April 20, 1955.Las Vegas News Bureau
Liberace and Elvis Presley at the Riviera, 1956.Las Vegas News Bureau
Liberace celebrating his birthday at the Riviera on May 18, 1958.Las Vegas News Bureau
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