Posted on: August 15, 2024, 02:13h. 

Last updated on: August 16, 2024, 10:16h.

Las Vegas Boulevard was temporarily closed on Wednesday to allow the iconic arch from The Mirage to be transported to the Neon Museum, located 5 miles north.

The Neon Museum has accepted the 30-foot arch from the Seminole Tribe of Florida, owners of the Hard Rock brand, who acquired The Mirage from MGM Resorts for $1.075 billion in 2021.

Also making their way to the museum are the 17-foot sculpture of Siegfried & Roy and the 27-foot Mirage sign that adorned the volcano’s lagoon.

The museum has not announced when these relics will be unveiled to the public.

The Seminole Tribe is transforming The Mirage into the second Hard Rock Las Vegas, featuring a 660-foot guitar-shaped hotel set to open in 2027.

The Mirage arch, adorned with LED lamps, will be displayed outdoors in the Neon Boneyard at the museum.

It will join other iconic signs from Las Vegas history, such as the Stardust and Riviera.

Arching Onward

The Mirage arch will eventually relocate to the Arts District as the Neon Museum expands its display space by 2027.

As the transformation into the new Hard Rock Las Vegas continues, officials have requested to keep their gaming license active throughout construction.

The application will be reviewed by the Clark County Liquor and Gaming Licensing Board on Aug. 20.