When compared to the Springs Preserve and the new Discovery Children's Museum, the Las Vegas Natural History Museum seems to be the ugly stepsister of Las Vegas museums. The museum offers various exhibits pertaining to Nevada's landscape, the oceans, and prehistoric life. However, the building seems shabby and run down. Many of the exhibits look like they have seen better days. I do not fault the museum staff, as they seem to be doing what they can with limited resources.
The museum is good for a daytime visit to escape the summer heat for an hour, but I don't feel as if I would be missing out if I don't return.