Frank Wright (historian)

Richard Franklin "Frank" Wright (June 15, 1938 – April 25, 2003) was a historian in the Las Vegas, Nevada, area.

In the late 1970s, he began working at the Binion's Horseshoe casino as an auditor and later as hotel manager.

[1][2][4] Because of his knowledge of Las Vegas history, he was often consulted by film and television productions, as well as reporters and journalists.

At the time of his death, he sat on the boards for numerous organizations, including the Neon Museum and the Springs Preserve.

[6] Known as Frank Wright Plaza, it was located at the northwest corner of Stewart Avenue and 4th Street.