Events

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Nevada’s transcontinental railroad heritage begins in 1868 when the Central Pacific Railroad’s track laying crews reached the state, building east from Sacramento, California. As railroad construction progressed, existing and new communities were connected by ribbons of iron and steel. Towns like Reno, Winnemucca, Elko, Battle Mountain, Montello, Wells, Carlin, Palisade, Verdi, Wadsworth, Fernley, Lovelock, and […]

Fun, family-friendly Halloween entertainment presented by the Nevada State Museum! Free Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 24, 2025 from 5-8 p.m. with Halloween decorated vehicles along N. Curry Street, between Robinson and Washington streets. There will also be food trucks on site, a Spooky Critters Curator’s Corner in the Dema Guinn Concourse, as well […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Ever wondered if the Nevada State Museum is haunted? If you’re aged 10 and over, you can find out during our “Fright at the Museum” haunted house tours on Saturday night, October 25, 2025 from 6-9 p.m. at 600 N. Carson Street in Carson City. Prepare for a night of thrills and chills as the […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Celebrate Día de los Muertos! Join us for Día de los Muertos at the Nevada State Museum, Carson City. This vibrant Mexican tradition honors and remembers loved ones through traditional festivities and symbolic offerings to a special altar, called an ofrenda. With traditional music, art, and foods, we’ll commemorate the spirits of those who have […]

Celebrate Día de los Muertos! Join us for Día de los Muertos at the Nevada State Museum, Carson City. This vibrant Mexican tradition honors and remembers loved ones through traditional festivities and symbolic offerings to a special altar, called an ofrenda. With traditional music, art, and foods, we’ll commemorate the spirits of those who have […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]

Demonstrations of Coin Press No. 1 in the historic Carson City Mint happen every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. On minting days, visitors may purchase a voucher for a half-ounce .999 fine silver planchet in the Museum Store and watch it be struck on Coin Press No. 1. While waiting for their newly […]