Stewart Indian School

Stewart Indian School We are cultural center and museum on the site of a former American Indian boarding school.

We had a very special guest today at the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum. Miss Laura stopped by to donate...
06/01/2026

We had a very special guest today at the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum. Miss Laura stopped by to donate her original Karma Henry painting to the Cultural Center. Thank you Miss Laura, we will make sure this special piece is well taken care of for generations to come.

Pictured: Miss Laura and Museum Director Bonde

There is no cost to visit the Museum, Gift Shop, or to take the self-guided Campus walking tour. The Museum and Gift Shop are open Monday-Fridays 10am to 5pm.
Nevada Department of Native American Affairs

June 19, 20, 215500 Snyder Ave, Carson City, NevadaFree AdmissionAll drummers & dancers welcomeGrand EntryFriday, June 1...
05/28/2026

June 19, 20, 21
5500 Snyder Ave, Carson City, Nevada
Free Admission
All drummers & dancers welcome

Grand Entry
Friday, June 19 – 6:30 pm
Saturday, June 20 – 1 pm & 6:30 pm
Sunday, June 21 – Noon

Stewart Elders / Alumni Brunch
Saturday, June 20
9 am – Noon
RSVP at 775-687-7611

Master of Ceremonies, Tom Phillips, Jr. (Kiowa)
Arena Director, Dr. Art Martinez (Chumash)
Head Judge, Ivan Julianto (Sho-Pai of Duck Valley)

Northern Host Drums, River Camp
Southern Host Drums, Southern Express

Specials
Saturday Special, Owl Dance
Sunday, Father’s Day Special – Men’s Traditional – Jon Lowery
'26 Graduates, Dance Your Style

Limited dry camping available
Shade set up starts 3 pm on Friday, June 19.

For more information call 775-687-7605 or email [email protected]
Nevada Department of Native American Affairs
Visit Carson City

05/27/2026

Anyone with an internet connection can volunteer to transcribe historical documents and help make the archives' digital catalog more accessible

05/26/2026

We are incredibly honored to be featured by Visit Carson City! 🧺✨Our Native basketry exhibit is open, celebrating the rich artistry, dedication, and deep cultural heritage of Nevada's Indigenous communities. This exhibit offers a beautiful space to slow down, look closely, and connect with living history. We are open Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 5 PM. Plan your next museum day and come see these incredible woven stories in person! Watch the full feature video here: www.facebook.com/reel/1555916529234886

As we approach Memorial Day, we honor and give thanks to the brave men and women who served and made the ultimate sacrif...
05/22/2026

As we approach Memorial Day, we honor and give thanks to the brave men and women who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

Did you know? Native Americans have served in the United States Armed Services at a higher percentage than any other demographic. We extend our deepest gratitude to all our Veterans and remember those who gave everything in service.

Holiday Hours & Info:
-Closed: Monday, May 25th (in observance of Memorial Day)
-Reopening: Normal hours on Tuesday, May 26th
-Regular Hours: Mon–Fri, 10 AM – 5 PM
-Admission: FREE to visit the Museum, Gift Shop, and self-guided campus walking tour.

Pictured: A historic look back at the 1925 Band parade from the Stewart Campus to the Stewart School Cemetery.

As part of the students vocational training in the 1920's and beyond the Stewart boys learned stone masonry and built ca...
05/21/2026

As part of the students vocational training in the 1920's and beyond the Stewart boys learned stone masonry and built campus buildings with locally quarried stones. This rock, with pocket knife for scale, is a piece of tufa. Tufa is a freshwater limestone. This particular piece represents a spring which was situated beneath Pleistocene (10,000-2.4million years ago) Lake Lahontan which filled many valley basins from the Black Rock Desert in the north to Walker Lake in the south. Modern tufa formations can be found around Pyramid Lake and Mono Lake. Many of the stones used in the construction of the Stewart campus tell interesting stories of the geological history of Nevada. Dr. Jon Price (emeritus State Geologist), Beth Price, and Dennis Bryan, wrote a Geological Scavenger Hunt of the Stewart rocks, published by the Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology.

Come check out the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum, Gift Shop, and Campus walking tour! There is no cost to visit. The Museum and Gift Shop are open 10am to 5pm Monday-Friday.
Nevada Department of Native American Affairs

Looking for a late Mother's Day gift or a special gift to bring to that Memorial Day gathering? Don't forget the Stewart...
05/15/2026

Looking for a late Mother's Day gift or a special gift to bring to that Memorial Day gathering? Don't forget the Stewart Gift Shop. We have Stewart School and Museum merchandise, local indigenous made jewelry and personal care products, we also have stuffed animals of Great Basin animals, and books on Native culture. Come by the museum and check out the gift shop. Proceeds support local Native artisans and help the Museum put on public programs.

There is no cost to visit the Museum, Gift Shop or to take the self-guided walking tour of the Stewart Campus. The Museum and Gift Shop are open Monday-Friday 10am to 5pm.
Nevada Department of Native American Affairs

✨ What a bustling and beautiful day at the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum! 🏛️✨We love welcoming new and ...
05/13/2026

✨ What a bustling and beautiful day at the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum! 🏛️✨

We love welcoming new and familiar faces to our campus. Today, we had the absolute pleasure of hosting:
👥 The Carson City Chamber of Commerce Leadership Group
🎒 An energetic elementary school group from Washoe County
🌍 Numerous wonderful guests visiting from all around the world
❤️ Special Highlight of the Day: Our Museum Director, Dr. Josh Bonde, received a heartwarming surprise visit from his 6th-grade elementary school teacher, Mrs. Ansotegui, all the way from Fallon, Nevada! 🍎📝

☀️ The weather out here in Eagle Valley is absolutely perfect. Come take advantage of the beautiful sunshine, explore our historic campus grounds, and dive into the rich history and resilience celebrated at the museum.

📅 Plan Your Visit:
📍 1 Jacobsen Way, Carson City, NV
🕒 Open Monday–Friday | 10 AM – 5 PM

We can't wait to see you here! 👇

Pictured left to right: Mrs. Ansotegui, Dr. Bonde, Mrs. Tanner

Address

1 Jacobsen Way
Carson City, NV
89701

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+17756877608

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