Nevada Historical Society

Nevada Historical Society Nevada's oldest cultural institution. We preserve Nevada’s cultural heritage. 'A museum is a place where one should lose one's head.' Renzo Piano

We are happy to announce that the NHS received a 2026 Historic Preservation Award last evening, May 14, 2026, at the Cal...
05/15/2026

We are happy to announce that the NHS received a 2026 Historic Preservation Award last evening, May 14, 2026, at the California building, Idlewild Park.

The City of Reno Historical Preservation Awards is an annual event that celebrates excellence in local historic preservation, including adaptive reuse projects, legacy businesses, home renovations, and the people who make all this happen.

Staff members, Shery Hayes-Zorn, Kristina Hornback, and Debra Brastoff, represented the Society at the Awards event on Thursday, May 14, 2026. It was such an honor to be recognized for our “On The GO!” program series while the museum is closed due to renovations.

We would like to thank the HRC, the City of Reno, and the amazing local historians who work with us to provide engaging, free history programs throughout the community. We would not be able to accomplish our programs without the amazing community partners, Sierra View Library, Knights of Pythias, Washoe County Library System, and Nevada Sunset Winery.

We want to thank Tammy Buzick for tonight's program about her book, Bowers Mansion: The Legacy of a Comstock Family. It ...
05/14/2026

We want to thank Tammy Buzick for tonight's program about her book, Bowers Mansion: The Legacy of a Comstock Family.

It was an engaging program as Tammy shared stories about her research and passion about the history Bower's Mansion.

Thanks to everyone attending and our community partner, Knights of Pythias for hosting this free series.

We want to thank everyone for attending today's Nevada History- On The GO!program, Daring and Dangerous Donner Summit by...
05/02/2026

We want to thank everyone for attending today's Nevada History- On The GO!program, Daring and Dangerous Donner Summit by historians David and Gayle Woodruff.

Thank you to our community partner, the Sierra View Library.

We want to thank everyone that signed up for today's Knights of Pythias (KOP) Cemetery Talk & Tour today. Bill Mardon is...
04/25/2026

We want to thank everyone that signed up for today's Knights of Pythias (KOP) Cemetery Talk & Tour today.

Bill Mardon is so knowledgeable and he shared interesting history and stories about the early Reno residents. The walking part of the tour was great...you can appreciate the work done to the upkeep of their cemetery.

It was wonderful to meet several people that have loved ones in this historic cemetery.

You still have time to attend today's Knights of Pythias Cemetery Talk & Tour given by Bill Mardon.Today, April 25, 2026...
04/25/2026

You still have time to attend today's Knights of Pythias Cemetery Talk & Tour given by Bill Mardon.

Today, April 25, 2026, from 10 am to 12 pm at the Knights of Pythias Lodge, 980 Nevada Street, Reno, Nevada 89503.

The cost is $10, and the funds are for the care and maintenance of the their cemetery.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Did you know that Reno had its own Commercial Soap Company? Learn about owners of the Porteous Decorating Company and ot...
04/22/2026

Did you know that Reno had its own Commercial Soap Company? Learn about owners of the Porteous Decorating Company and other interesting Reno tidbits.

Do you have plans this Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 10 to 12pm?

Do you love to learn about the history, businesses, and personal stories of some of Reno’s early residents?

Don’t miss your chance to attend our inaugural off-site tour, Knights of Pythias Cemetery Talk & Tour with our guest speaker, cemetery guide and caretaker, Bill Mardon.

The cost is $10 and all the proceeds go to the Knights of Pythias to help care for their cemetery.

The program is at the Knights of Pythias Hall at 980 Nevada Street Reno, NV 89503.

Exploring Nevada – On The GO! Tours is a series where the Nevada Historical Society offers special off-site tours, allowing people to learn more about their community and state.

Learn more, check out this link,
https://www.nvhistoricalsociety.org/exploring-historic-cemetery/

We want to thank Mark Curtis for an engaging talk about his book, One of a Kind: The People and Places that make Reno th...
04/09/2026

We want to thank Mark Curtis for an engaging talk about his book, One of a Kind: The People and Places that make Reno the Biggest Litty City in the World, Volume 2.

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1650 N Virginia Street
Reno, NV
89503

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm

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(775) 688-1190

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