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Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center, Gardnerville, NV

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Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center

A Douglas County historical society museum in Gardnerville with indoor displays and an outdoor ranching exhibit.

1477 Highway 395 North, Suite B, Gardnerville, NV 89410 · Gardnerville, NV

About Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center

Run by the Douglas County Historical Society, this Gardnerville museum presents local history and cultural material from the Carson Valley. Visitors can also see the Edwin L. Wiegand Ranching & Agricultural Heritage Exhibit, an outdoor extension that opened in 2020. The society also operates the Genoa Courthouse Museum, a separate location.

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