Activities, Events and Recreation
Described as a display featuring and merging multi-cultural styles, practices and construction including Egyptian as well as pre-Columbian cities in Central and South America. Originally funded and created by artist Michael Heizer. Access is permitted strictly by advance reservations – currently being booked months in advance. Reservations are available via the foundation’s website: […]
Eureka was originally settled by silver prospectors from the nearby settlement of Austin. Nearby being a relative term as Austin is 70 miles away, one hour in today’s modern car, but much longer in 1864 on foot and horseback. Ely, the next settlement of measure is Ely, 77 miles to the east. Duckwater is 46 […]
Since statehood in 1864, Carson City has functioned as the state capital. Originally part of and the county seat for Ormsby County. In 1969, the county and city were merged into a single independent city. Originally a stop over for California bound emigrants, the city flourished with the discover of Silver in the nearby Comstock […]
There are actually two Tempiute mining areas. One referred to as Old Tempiute which produced silver in the 1860s and {new} Tempiute which was involved in mostly tungsten productions in the 1930s, -40s and -50s. Tempiute is a more recent ghost town in a state filled with many ghost towns over 100 years old. Initially […]
It is true that Area 51 does exist and is a Federal facility operated by the US Air Force. It is a testing and research area for extremely top secret equipment. No you can not get in to the area and taking photographs of the installation are prohibited. The scenic road to get there is […]
Located in the center of the mining town of Eureka will feel like you have stepped back 150 years in time. The feeling brought to bear as your approach the Jackson House Hotel. The Jackson House Hotel’s exterior exults an opulent red brick exterior highlighted by white trimmed windows and doors, while inside the Hotel’s […]
An annual tradition for young and old are the Glittering Lights, held in November and December. Considered Nevada’s premiere drive-thru light show along a 2.5 mile course under the grandstands and thru part of the parking area. Rated by CNN as one of the best places to see Christmas Lights in the USA and by […]
The J.T. Basque Bar & Dining Room in Gardnerville (Douglas County) is a 125 plus year old building originally built in Virginia City and moved to Gardnerville in the 1890s. It has served as a staple in downtown as a hotel, saloon and dining hall. Unsure about the hotel functions at this time. However it […]
A perennial favorite of locals who call Las Vegas home and those that just come to visit is the Ethel M’s Cactus Garden Holiday Display. With a display of over 1 million LED lights, visits with Santa and photo opportunities to build a lifetime of memories around, this annual tradition only grows stronger each year. […]
From website: Pat (the owner) has been in business for over 25 years providing food, lodging, and a friendly staff to make your visit a pleasant one. We hope you enjoy your time spent with us. We have entertained visitors from all over the world. We love to meet new people and make new life […]