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Springs Preserve is Las Vegas's largest green space and the historical birthplace of the city, offering 8 acres of botanical gardens, hiking trails, interactive exhibits, and educational programs. The site features the Nevada State Museum, Boomtown 1905 historic village, WaterWorks Museum, and seasonal attractions like the Butterfly Habitat. It's ideal for families, nature lovers, and history enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreation and cultural learning just minutes from the Strip.

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• •The springs at this location were the original water source for Native Americans in the Las Vegas Valley thousands of years ago, and where Spanish explorer Rafael Rivera discovered the lush meadows in 1829 that inspired the name 'Las Vegas'
• •The preserve spans 180 acres with an 8-acre botanical garden featuring water-smart and desert-friendly plants suited to Nevada's climate
• •Features a seasonal Butterfly Habitat open April through May with live butterflies visitors can observe
• •Home to Boomtown 1905, a recreated historic village, and the Nevada State Museum, connecting visitors to the region's cultural heritage

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• •The Nature Exchange allows visitors to swap plants and seeds, supporting the community's desert gardening knowledge
• •The Teaching Garden offers hands-on gardening workshops focused on water-conservation landscaping techniques specific to the Las Vegas Valley climate

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