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Modified 7-Nov-25
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As I was driving through the tiny town of Beatty, Nevada (population 600) on my way to Death Valley, I couldn't help but notice this building at the main intersection in town. I've never seen anything quite like it!
It's the historic Exchange Club Casino and Motel. It's now being transformed with a "steampunk theme." Steampunk is a retro-futuristic aesthetic and subgenre of science fiction. There's a focus on steam-powered machinery, clockwork and various mechanical gadgets. It combines Victorian fashion (like corsets, top hats and goggles) with industrial design.
I can't describe how out of place this appears to be in this setting. But, this is one of the major advantages of road trips. This wasn't on my itinerary...but ended up being a very worthy photo shoot destination in my opinion.
It's the historic Exchange Club Casino and Motel. It's now being transformed with a "steampunk theme." Steampunk is a retro-futuristic aesthetic and subgenre of science fiction. There's a focus on steam-powered machinery, clockwork and various mechanical gadgets. It combines Victorian fashion (like corsets, top hats and goggles) with industrial design.
I can't describe how out of place this appears to be in this setting. But, this is one of the major advantages of road trips. This wasn't on my itinerary...but ended up being a very worthy photo shoot destination in my opinion.
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