MOAPA VALLEY
Moapa Valley has a long history as a seasonal destination for migrant farmworkers, particularly Latino families.
In the 1940s, many of these families began to put down roots, transforming Moapa Valley from just a workplace to a thriving community. This video shares their journey, highlighting their experiences traveling for work, creating a home, and establishing vital community spaces, including a local church. Through family photos and personal recollections, the video celebrates the resilience, resourcefulness, and enduring cultural contributions of the Latino community in Moapa Valley.
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