From Baskets to Butterflies, Volunteer Learn about all Facets of Nevada History and Wildlife! 

The Friends of Nevada State Museum is recruiting new volunteers to serve in a variety of activities at the Museum. Volunteers work with staff on special events, docent tours, materials, and … Read More

The Nevada State Museum unveiled a new medallion in honor of Women’s History Month on March 20, 2024.

The new medallion honors Dat So La Lee, the “Queen of the Basket Weavers.”

Dat So La Lee, or Louisa Keyser, was a prominent Washoe weaver at the … Read More

Gown worn by Una Reilly Dickerson in 1909.

Inaugural ball gown worn by Donna Alderson Lombardo in 2023.

A glimpse into Nevada’s First Ladies Ball Gown collection is now on display in the “Nevada Stories: Objects Found In Time” Gallery at the Nevada State Museum in … Read More