Spotlight Summary

About This Novelty Museum

The Pinball Hall of Fame is a non-profit museum housing the world's largest playable pinball collection, featuring machines ranging from the 1950s through 1990s. All games are fully restored and operational, allowing visitors to play their favorites while experiencing the golden era of pinball. The museum is family-friendly, profits support local charities, and offers a refreshingly fun alternative to typical Las Vegas gaming.

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Interesting Facts

• •The museum relocated to a new 25,000 sq ft dedicated facility on the Las Vegas Strip in April 2021, directly across from the iconic 'Welcome to Las Vegas' sign and Mandalay Bay
• •All machines are meticulously maintained by club members and set to historically accurate pricing: 25 cents for classic machines and 50 cents for 1990s models
• •As a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit, all excess revenues after operational costs go directly to the Salvation Army and other non-denominational charities
• •Founded by Tim Arnold, a former arcade operator from the 1970s-80s Pac-Man era who sold his successful 'Pinball Pete's' arcade business in Michigan to relocate to Las Vegas

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Hidden Gems

• •The museum has windows and clocks visible on the walls—a deliberate design choice to contrast with typical windowless Las Vegas casinos and ground visitors in reality
• •A candy vending stand inside donates 100% of proceeds directly to the Salvation Army, giving visitors an easy way to contribute to charity while satisfying a snack craving

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