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Donkey History Museum

355 W. Mesquite Blvd · Mesquite, NV

Why you should go…

Run by Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue in Mesquite, Nevada, the museum has seven galleries including the Gold Rush Gallery, Americana Gallery, and Mule Gallery covering donkeys' role in American history. Visitors can watch documentaries about donkeys around the world, and veterans can add their names to a Wall of Heroes. It sits along I-15 between St. George, Zion National Park, and Bryce Canyon.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

What's around here?

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