In the heart of Las Vegas’ Historic Westside, a powerful story of renewal is unfolding along Jackson Avenue. Once a vibrant cultural and commercial corridor, it is now the focus of a community-driven revitalization rooted in history, pride and possibility.
Led by Ward 5 Councilwoman Shondra Summers-Armstrong, the work taking shape on Jackson Avenue reflects a shared commitment between residents, local organizations and the City of Las Vegas to restore opportunity while honoring the neighborhood’s deep cultural legacy.
A historic corridor ready for renewal
Jackson Avenue was once known as the “West Side Strip,” a thriving destination where businesses, entertainment and community life came together. Today, strategic planning, investment and grassroots leadership are helping guide a thoughtful path forward—one that balances growth with preservation.
Planning efforts supported by federal funding are focused on understanding economic impact, infrastructure needs, development opportunities and future design possibilities. This work lays the foundation for sustainable revitalization that respects the culture and history defining the Historic Westside.
Community at the center
A driving force behind this momentum is the Jackson Street Alliance, a nonprofit made up of legacy landowners and community leaders committed to bringing Jackson Avenue back to life. Their vision includes mixed-use development, housing, small business opportunities and the return of neighborhood gathering spaces that reflect the spirit of the community’s past while creating opportunity for the future.
Councilwoman Summers-Armstrong continues to emphasize that development must be thoughtful, respectful and community-led so longtime residents remain part of the neighborhood’s next chapter. This vision aligns with broader city planning efforts that prioritize economic empowerment, education, workforce development and neighborhood investment across the Historic Westside.
Partnership driving progress
The revitalization of Jackson Avenue is powered by collaboration. City departments, community partners and residents are working together to transform long-standing plans into visible progress—from neighborhood engagement events to continued investment in education, workforce training and community spaces.
This partnership reflects a simple truth: lasting neighborhood transformation happens when trust, shared vision and consistent collaboration guide the work. The growing excitement across the Historic Westside shows the community is not just talking about change—it is actively creating it.
Honoring the past while building what’s next
The story of Jackson Avenue is inseparable from the broader history of the Historic Westside, home to generations of leaders, entrepreneurs and cultural pioneers who helped shape Las Vegas. Preserving that history while creating new opportunity remains at the heart of today’s revitalization efforts.
From historic landmarks and educational spaces to future business corridors and housing, Jackson Avenue represents more than redevelopment. It represents renewed pride, cultural preservation and inclusive growth for one of Las Vegas’ most significant neighborhoods.
With continued leadership, strong community partnership and a shared vision for the future, one thing is clear:
The action is back on Jackson.