Activities, Events and Recreation
If you’ve never visited us at the California Trail Interpretive Center in Elko, you might be asking yourself, “What is the California Trail?” Many people have heard of the Oregon Trail, but the California Trail also spanned across the western United States and brought travelers face-to-face with their destinies – some ending in good fortune, […]
Located at the northwestern edge of the University of Nevada-Reno campus, the Fleischmann Atmospherium Planetarium was built in 1963 as the first atmospherium of its kind in the world. While other planetaria featured views of the night sky and solar system, the Fleischmann Atmospherium Planetarium, could simulate both day and night conditions and a full […]
The Springs Preserve is the premier place in Las Vegas to explore the valley’s vibrant history through interactive science and nature exhibits, botanical gardens, hiking, trails, and live animal shows. There are numerous annual events for holidays such as Thanskgiving, Christmas and July 4. Check website for information on changing exhibits and events. The Nevada […]
Our gallery is broken into two sections focusing upon the State’s History. The first is called Nevada: Prisms & Perspectives, broken into five crucial stories about life in the Silver State, but all five are intimately related to each other. The second section is called Biggest Little City in the World, that focuses upon Reno’s […]
The State Museum is now located with the Springs Preserve in Las Vegas on Valley View at US95. The Nevada State Museum will offer an interactive visitor experience that interprets the history of Nevada dating back millions of years to the present. Across a 13,000 square-foot permanent exhibit gallery visitors will find how geology shaped […]
To inspire, through educational exhibits and programs, a better understanding and appreciation of the natural world, the sciences, and ourselves. Devoted to educating the public about the natural sciences both past and present. Exhibits include prehistoric life, wildlife, African galleries, a wild Nevada gallery and much more. Exhibits could include: Treasures of Egypt Engelstad Family […]
Hoover Dam Tours – The information that you need to plan your trip. Here is where you will find a description of the tour, admission fees, directions and more. NOTE: Dam Tour tickets CANNOT be purchased on-line – they are available on a first come-first served basis and must be purchased in person at Hoover […]
The Neon Museum was established as a non-profit organization in 1996 to collect and exhibit neon signs, the classic Las Vegas art form. Dedicated individuals from the private sector as well as corporate and government entities have worked tirelessly to promote the preservation of these national treasures. The Neon Museum’s mission is to collect, preserve, […]
Interest in preserving the history and artifacts of Fallon and Churchill County began in 1964, the year that Nevada celebrated its 100th birthday of statehood. In Fallon, centennial festivities included decorating the windows of Maine Street businesses with artifacts from the area’s past. After the 1964 festivities had ended, community volunteers were determined to establish […]
The Atomic Testing Museum in Las Vegas houses historical items and information about the Atomic testing that once happened in the surrounding deserts of Las Vegas. It’s been in development since 1997 filling the museum with historical items and information that tell the story of the military’s tests and their agenda. The first person narratives, […]
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