Nevada State Museum in Carson City
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
Housed in the historic 1863 Carson City Mint, the museum actively engages diverse audiences in understanding and celebrating Nevada’s natural and cultural heritage.

📜 Housed in the historic 1863 Carson City Mint, this museum opened on October 31, 1941.
🔍 Features exhibits on natural and cultural history, mining, and a replica walk-through mine.

Why Go

🏛️ Explore a historic mint building and its original coin press
🪙 See rare 'CC' mint coins and watch medallions being struck
⛏️ Discover natural and cultural history, including extensive mining exhibits
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy family-friendly events and educational programs

Tips

🅿️ Ample free parking available behind the museum.
🪙 Coin press demonstrations are held on Saturdays, 11 AM - 3 PM.

Cost

💰 Adults $10, children 17 and under free, museum members free.

Hours

🕒 Tuesday-Sunday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM; closed Mondays and major holidays.

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