Benny Binion - South Point Hotel Equestrian Center - Las Vegas, NV
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Impressive statue of Benny Binion, located inside the South Point Hotel and Casino in the entrance hallway to the Equestrian Center.
Waymark Code: WMVEZB
Location: Nevada, United States
Date Posted: 04/10/2017
Views: 1
Larger-than-life bronze statue of a mounted Benny Binion, driving force behind the National Finals Rodeo coming to Las Vegas.
Binion was a Texan who moved to Las Vegas in the 1950's and for years ran the Horseshoe Club, later named Binion's Horseshoe, in downtown Las Vegas.
The statue was on display in downtown Las Vegas for many years, before being removed and stored. It was moved to the South Point in 2007 and appropriately enough, stands at the entrance to the Equestrian Center.
Identity of Rider: Benny Binion
Name of artist: Deborah Copenhaver
Date of Dedication: 2007
Material: Bronze
Position: All Hooves Planted
Identity of Horse: Not listed
Unusual Features: Not listed
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