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JMA Architecture Studio Project Sheets
The JMA Architecture Studio Project Sheets (approximately 1980-2015) consist of project sheets created by JMA Architecture Studio. The project sheets include project names, descriptions, images and renderings, and awards where applicable, of the firm's work for both realized and unrealized projects designed between approximately 1980-2015. The project sheets are divided into sections on healthcare facilities, public sector facilities, hospitality properties, and commercial work. Most of the projects represented are local to the greater Las Vegas, Nevada area, but also include some national and international projects.
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Brenda and Johnny Williams oral history interviews
Oral history interviews with Brenda Manlove Williams and Johnny Williams conducted by Claytee D. White on April 18, 2016 and May 03, 2016 for the African Americans in Las Vegas: a Collaborative Oral History Project. In the first interview, Brenda discusses her early life in Nashville, Tennessee and attending Fisk University. She talks about being a member of The Fisk Jubilee Singers and later transferring to Tennessee State University. Brenda recalls moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1972, her employment at Caesars Palace as a cocktail waitress, and the nightlife entertainment at the time. Lastly, Brenda discusses the social and political divides in the African American community of Las Vegas. In the second interview, Johnny describes being one of the first African American card dealers and pit bosses. He talks about his employment at Caesars Palace and changes in the gaming industry. Lastly, Brenda discusses her employment with Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC).
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