Henderson

by The Linguist

 

Henderson, Nevada

Henderson is a city in southern Nevada, located in Clark County. With a population of over 300,000 as of 2020, it is the second largest city in Nevada after Las Vegas.

Population

According to the Wikipedia page for Henderson, the city had a population of 277,962 as of the 2020 census. Henderson is currently the 16th largest city in the United States.

Henderson has experienced rapid growth in recent decades. In 1990, the population was just over 64,000. By 2000 it had grown to over 175,000 residents. The Las Vegas metropolitan area, which includes Henderson, has become one of the fastest growing regions in the United States.

History

The area where Henderson now sits was first inhabited by Native American tribes including the Anasazi and Paiute. It was later explored by Spanish explorers. In the 1800s, the Mormon farmers settled the area now known as Henderson.

The city itself was established in 1941 when magnesium production began in the area during World War II. It was named after Senator Charles B. Henderson who represented Nevada in the Senate from 1918-1921.

For more details on the history of Henderson, visit the Henderson Public Library website.

Economy and Major Employers

Today, Henderson has a diverse economy with companies in aerospace, healthcare, technology and tourism. Some of the major employers in Henderson include:

  • M Resort Spa Casino – 12300 Las Vegas Blvd S, Henderson, NV 89044, (702) 797-1000
  • St. Rose Dominican Hospitals – 102 E Lake Mead Pkwy, Henderson, NV 89015, (702) 616-5000
  • Levi Strauss & Co. – 9501 E. Imperial Highway, Henderson, NV 89074, (702) 385-4172
  • Roseman University of Health Science – 10530 Discovery Dr. Las Vegas, Nevada 89135, (702) 802-2840

For more on the Henderson economy, visit the Henderson Chamber of Commerce website.

Museums and Attractions

Some of the top attractions and things to do in Henderson include:

  • Penny Pickle’s Farm – 8010 Mountain View Drive, Henderson, NV 89011 – A family friendly farm attraction featuring petting zoo, rides and exhibits.
  • Enderes Fine Art Gallery – 9980 S Eastern Ave #110, Henderson, NV 89052 – Showcases work by local Las Vegas artists.
  • Clark County Heritage Museum – 811 Las Vegas Blvd N, Henderson, NV 89011 – Learn about the history of Clark County, Henderson and Las Vegas.

Public Transportation

Public transportation in Henderson is provided by the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC). The bus system includes routes to major destinations in Henderson as well as connecting service to Las Vegas.

For schedules, routes and fare information, visit the RTC website.

Sports Teams

While there are currently no major professional sports teams in Henderson, locals enjoy rooting for Las Vegas’s teams including:

Notable Landmarks

Some of the most famous landmarks in Henderson include:

  • Ethel M Chocolate Factory – 2 Cactus Garden Dr, Henderson, NV 89014 – Offers factory tours and a botanical cactus garden. GPS coordinates: 36.060821, -115.06486
  • Clark County Heritage Museum – 811 Las Vegas Blvd N, Henderson, NV 89011 – History and culture museum housed in the historic Henderson Train Depot building. GPS coordinates: 36.017712, -114.976339
  • Lake Las Vegas – 101 Montelago Blvd, Henderson, NV 89011 – Man-made freshwater lake surrounded by luxury resorts and housing. GPS coordinates: 36.180447, -114.973516

Here is an embedded Google Map showing the locations of some popular landmarks in Henderson:

County Information

Henderson is located in Clark County, Nevada. The county seat is Las Vegas.

Clark County website: https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/

Clark County Government Center address:
500 S Grand Central Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89106

School Districts

Public schools in Henderson are part of the Clark County School District. There are numerous elementary, middle and high schools located throughout Henderson.

For more information on the district visit the Clark County School District website.

Some of the largest high schools in Henderson include:

Additional Local Resources

Here are some other useful resources if you live in or plan to visit Henderson: