Burlesque Hall of Fame 🇺🇸

Step into the vibrant legacy of the Burlesque Hall of Fame (BHOF), a historic Las Vegas destination and non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization located in the Arts District at 1027 S Main St. #110. Originally starting as the personal collection of striptease artist Jennie Lee—and later expanded by Dixie Evans in Helendale, California, as Exotic World—this world-class museum was dedicated to the history, preservation, and future of burlesque art. You will discover a vast collection detailing burlesque from its golden age through contemporary practice, featuring everything from posters, playbills, and photographs to publicity stills and costumes worn by legends like Venus De Light, Tempest Storm, Blaze Starr, Lili St.

Cyr, Candy Barr, Chesty Morgan, and Dita Von Teese. Marvel at spectacular prop and costume elements including feather boas, fans, gloves, garter belts, gowns, pasties, g-strings, shoes, and jewelry. Keep an eye out for unique treasures like Sally Rand's ivory fans, Gypsy Rose Lee's gloves and black velvet shoulder cape, Jayne Mansfield's heart-shaped couch, and Miss Sheri Champagne's cremation ashes.

Note that after decades of celebrating performers, hosting classes, research access, and its annual weekender, the museum permanently closed its doors on July 20, 2025.

What to see at Burlesque Hall of Fame

• Unique artifacts like Gypsy Rose Lee's gloves and Jayne Mansfield's heart-shaped couch
• Vast costume collection featuring feather boas, pasties, g-strings, and fans
• Memorabilia from stars like Dita Von Teese, Tempest Storm, and Lili St. Cyr
• Deep historical legacy stemming from Jennie Lee's collection and the Exotic World museum
• Home of the famous Miss Exotic World Pageant history and annual weekender tradition

Visiting tips

Note that the museum permanently closed its physical doors on July 20, 2025.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Morning

How to get there & what’s nearby

Burlesque Hall of Fame is easy to reach on Las Vegas’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Adventuredome and Neon Museum. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Las Vegas travel guide.