Zak Bagans buys underground Las Vegas bunker for $4.55m, plans museum
Paranormal investigator Zak Bagans has purchased a unique 1970s underground bunker in Las Vegas for $4.55 million. He intends to convert the subterranean residence, which features an artificial sky and luxury amenities, into a public museum.
Why it matters
The purchase preserves a rare example of Cold War-era architecture and 'atomic habitat' design, offering a unique cultural look at historical survivalist trends.
Beneath the neon-lit spectacle of the Las Vegas Strip lies a world that seems to belong to another era, where painted skies replace the real thing and landscaped interiors create the illusion of life above ground. Built to offer refuge from the anxieties of the Cold War, an extraordinary subterranean residence is now preparing for a new chapter, this time as a museum dedicated to its unusual history. Paranormal investigator and Ghost Adventures host Zak Bagans has purchased the sprawling property for $4.55 million, with plans to eventually open its doors to the public, states an online report by Realtor.A hidden world beneath the cityAccording to Realtor, known as the Underground House, the 16,936-square-foot property sits 26 feet below ground and features five bedrooms, an indoor swimming pool, a putting green, a theatre, a dance floor and a bar.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in