100 Years of Nevada History - Part 1

Описание: The Story of the Nevada Historical Society

For the past 100 years, the Nevada Historical Society in Reno has been working hard to preserve the history of our state. Now, the Society is celebrating its Centennial Year with a special exhibition and tribute to the woman responsible for saving much of Nevadas history.

With Museum Director Peter Bandurraga as your guide, youll meet founding director Jeanne Elizabeth Wier, whose vision inspired the creation of the Society in 1904, and whose dogged determination moved the dream forward. Youll share her joys and heartaches as the dream became reality and took a firm hold.

Youll see many of the important artifacts and special treasures collected over the past century, as well as a wealth of historic photographs and archival material. The video also includes interviews conducted by Series Host Gwen Clancy with a range of visitors at the opening exhibit, to find out the relevance each finds at the Nevada Historical Society today.

The Nevada Historical Society, the states oldest museum, is located at 1650 N. Virginia Street in Reno, on the University of Nevada campus. Programs include an active exhibition schedule, lectures, docent-guided tours for students, and volunteer opportunities. The research room is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday. The Main Gallery and Museum Store are open Monday through Saturday.

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