Nevada State Museum, Sierra Nevada Travel Guide

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Explore Nevada's captivating past, from prehistoric times to the Wild West, at the Nevada State Museum in the historic Carson City Mint.

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Housed in the historic Carson City Mint, the Nevada State Museum offers a captivating exploration of Nevada's natural and cultural heritage, from prehistoric times to the modern day. Explore exhibits showcasing the state's geology, Native American culture, and the Wild West.

A brief summary to Nevada State Museum

600 N Carson St, Carson City, Nevada, 89701, US
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Tuesday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Thursday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Friday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Sunday 8:30 am-4:30 pm

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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Nevada State Museum.

Visit on a Saturday to see Coin Press No. 1 in operation.
Allow at least 2-3 hours to fully explore the museum's exhibits.
Check the museum's website for information on temporary exhibits and special events.

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Getting There

Walking

The Nevada State Museum is located in downtown Carson City on N Carson Street. From many downtown locations, the museum is easily accessible by foot. Head north on Carson Street, and the museum will be on your left, across from the Carson Nugget.
Public Transport

Jump Around Carson (JAC) is Carson City's public transit system. Several JAC routes stop near the museum. Check the JAC website or app for the most up-to-date route information and schedules. A one-way fare is $1.50 for adults, and $0.75 for seniors and those with disabilities.
Driving

The Nevada State Museum is located at 600 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701. Parking is available in the free public lot on the west side of Curry Street, behind the museum. Street parking is limited to two hours.

Discover more about Nevada State Museum

The Nevada State Museum in Carson City invites visitors to embark on a journey through Nevada's rich and diverse history. Housed in the former Carson City Mint, which operated from 1870 to 1893, the museum building itself is a piece of history. Judge Clark J. Guild founded the museum in 1939, and it opened to the public in 1941.The museum's exhibits span eons, from the state's geological beginnings to its prehistoric inhabitants and the silver mining boom. Visitors can explore Nevada's natural history, including a Columbian Mammoth skeleton found in the Black Rock Desert. The 'Under One Sky' exhibit showcases the history of Nevada's earliest inhabitants through 10,000-year-old artifacts, presented from the perspective of American Indians.Don't miss the chance to see Coin Press No. 1, which still produces medallions with the famed 'CC' mint mark. Another highlight is the silver service from the USS Nevada battleship, crafted from 5,000 ounces of silver. The museum actively engages diverse audiences in understanding and celebrating Nevada's natural and cultural heritage.