State Museum Activities for Nevada Day
State Museums are Planning Unique Nevadan Experiences to Celebrate Nevada Day
The state holiday for Nevada Day is October 27 and it is a good time to connect with our Silver State heritage through our state museums! Here are all of the activities planned for the holiday and the long weekend.
Nevada State Railroad Museum, Boulder City
The Nevada State Railroad Museum, Boulder City is offering free train rides for children aged 17 and under on Saturday, October 28 and Sunday, October 29. Kids age 17 and under ride FREE! $10 for adults. Trains depart at 10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, and 4:00pm.
For more information and current exhibits:
www.boulderrailroadmuseum.org
702-486-5952
Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas
The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas will host Nevada-themed crafts and discovery activities on Friday, October 27 from 10:00am to 4:00 pm. A new exhibit “Mapping Nevada: Tracing Nevada’s Statehood Through Maps” will be open to the public and there will be surprise pop-ups in the gallery. Guests are encouraged to dress up in historical dress or as a state symbol.
For more information and current exhibits:
www.lasvegasnvmuseum.org
702-486-5205
Nevada Historical Society, Reno
The Nevada Historical Society will host a history lecture on Wednesday, October 25 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. Dr. Diana L. Ahmad will give a presentation called The Depot of Carcasses: Animals, Overlanders, and the Forty Mile Desert. The event will begin with a wine and cheese reception.
For more information and other exhibits:
www.nvhistoricalsociety.org
775-688-1191
Nevada State Museum, Carson City
The Nevada State Museum is offering free admission on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 from 8:30am until 4:30pm. Coin Press No. 1 minting demonstrations and interpretive talks in the historic Mint from 11:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday, October 28. Vouchers for half-ounce .999 fine silver planchets will be sold in the Museum Store starting at 11:00am. The Friends of the Nevada State Museum will be serving hot chocolate and baked goods during the Nevada Day Parade. The Friends will also be dressed in costume at the Governor’s Mansion.
For more information and current exhibits:
www.carsonnvmuseum.org
(775) 687-4810
Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City
Nevada State Railroad Museum, Carson City is offering free admission on Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28 from 9:00am to 4:30pm. As a special Nevada Day Weekend treat, the museum will operate the McKeen Motor Car. Fares for the McKeen Motor Car are $8 for ages 12 and over, $4 for ages 4-11 and museum members, and free for ages 3 and under. The McKeen Car will run from 10:00am to 2:00pm each day.
For more information and current exhibits:
www.carsonrailroadmuseum.org
775-687-6953
Special Event: Spirits & Spirits
This lively presentation from Janice Oberding covers the importance of the railroad to the Silver State’s history and its role in the State’s folklore and ghost stories! One drink is included ticket purchase. Additional beverages available for purchase.
Friday, October 27 at 5:30pm. $35 for general admission, $30 for Friends of the NSRM
Tickets on sale at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Proceeds go to the Friends of the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
For more information: https://www.carsonrailroadmuseum.org/event/janice-oberding-presentation