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RENO, NV (September 6, 2024) – Nevada’s paleontological history is rich and diverse, spanning millions of years of geologic time. The state’s fossil record offers insights into ancient ecosystems, climate changes, and the evolution of life on Earth. To extend the education and exploration ideas of Deep Time: Sea Dragons of Nevada, an exhibition […]
Volunteers Complete Freight Building Improvement In Ely
(Ely, NV) Maintaining a building that is over one hundred years old, is an ongoing project. The Freight Building on the grounds of the East Ely Railroad Depot sees the effects of weather and wear. A local group stepped in to remedy the situation with a little planning, hard work, and a little paint.
On […]
Director the Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas named Fulbright Specialist
Las Vegas, NV – The Nevada State Museum in Las Vegas Hollis J. Gillespie has been awarded a Fulbright Specialist Program Award. She was selected for her academic and professional achievements, as well as leadership in her field.
As one of over 400 U.S. citizens selected, Ms. Gillespie, with input from the Montenegro Ministry of […]
The State of Nevada is seeking your input on the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs Language Access Plan. As part of the plan, we’re seeking the input of our stakeholders. Please see the following ADA documents in English and Spanish.
If you would like to send comments, they can be sent to:
Kelly Benoit
Executive Assistant […]
Las Vegas Student Selected as First-Ever “America’s Field Trip” Awardee
Nevada Student to Receive Unforgettable Field Trip Experience as Part of Nationwide Scholastic Contest
[Reno, NV] — Today, the State of Nevada together with America250, the official nonpartisan entity charged by Congress with planning the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, announced that one Las Vegas student is among the inaugural […]
State Museums to Offer Free Admission to Military Families
This National Endowment for the Arts Program runs throughout the summer
(Carson City, NV) The Nevada Division of Museums and History’s seven state museums will join museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to active-duty U.S. military personnel and their families this summer. The 2024 program will begin […]
The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas exhibition about performer and Las Vegas icon, Liberace, will remain on site until April 29, 2024, extending the dates by four more months. Liberace: Real and Beyond was set to close at the end of the year, but due to the positive feedback from the community, the dates were […]
Ride the Rails with Santa at a State Railroad Museum
The holiday season is upon us and the Nevada State Railroad Museums are getting into the spirit! Visit Carson City or Boulder City and take a ride on a festive holiday train.
Carson City
The Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City is hosting train rides for families with Santa during the first three weekends […]
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 […]
Dan Thielen has been named the new administrator for the Division of Museums and History, a promotion from his post as director of the Nevada State Railroad Museums.
For 15 years, Dan has worked for the State of Nevada’s Division of Museums and History, most recently managing the three railroad museums in Nevada located in […]
