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Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism

March 15, 2010

City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism Returns As Official Sponsor For The Nevada Silverman

Frank and Meghann Lowery, of Lowery’s Multisport Races announced today the City of Henderson will once again host the annual Nevada Silverman Triathlon on Sunday, November 7, 2010. The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism has been an official sponsor of the city-wide event since its inception, six years ago.

Featuring a 2.4-mile swim in Lake Mead, a 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run that boasts a 2,000 foot elevation gain, the Silverman Triathlon is gaining attention across the globe. With almost 1,000 participants in the 2009 race, numbers are expected to exceed 1,200 participants in 2010. The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism is dedicated to creating and promoting innovative events such as the Nevada Silverman Triathlon, entertainment, programming and venues that celebrate diverse cultural arts, enhance tourism, involve and serve the community and enrich the economic and cultural fabric of Henderson.

The Henderson Pavilion, Henderson Convention Center and Henderson Events Plaza are all managed by the Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism. All three of these venues play a vital role in the continued success of the Nevada Silverman Triathlon.

For more information on the city of Henderson, or to book your travel arrangements and hotel rooms please go to www.visithenderson.com.

About the Nevada Silverman Triathlon
The Silverman Triathlon is a long distance triathlon held annually in Henderson, Nev. Branded as the toughest course in North America by triathlon icon Dave Scott and echoed by more than 2,500 participants over the past five years, the Nevada Silverman is sure to attract individuals and relay teams from around the world in the coming years. The next race will take place on Sunday, November 10, 2010.  Race Directors were also recently awarded the contract to host the 2011 ITU Long Course Triathlon World Championships.   For registration or more information on the Nevada Silverman Triathlon, please visit www.silvermannv.com.

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