Ask the Expert: Federal Courts & Courthouses in NV

• Brief Summary of Episode

  Federal Courts & Courthouses in NVBonus Session of Ask the Expert with the Mob Museum. Have you ever wondered how the federal court system operates effectively in such a large nation? Learn more about the role of federal courthouses across the United States and explores the history of Las Vegas’ first Federal Courthouse and Post Office building, which now houses The Mob Museum.

• About the Speaker

  Expert(s): Claire White & Special Guest Judge Phillip Pro

• Associated NV Academic Content Standards

  SS.9-12.CE.24. Analyze ways in which individuals can participate in the process of creating positive changes for their communities by taking informed civic action.

• Educational Resources

  Federal Courthouses lesson available here.

  Arrange a field trip to your community’s courthouse to collect information.

• Informed Action Ideas

  What does the courthouse in your community say about its history and purpose? What is missing from the narrative? Contact the appropriate authority with your findings.