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Nevada State Museum, Carson City, NV

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Nevada State Museum

A state-run museum in Carson City that is part of the Nevada Division of Museums and History.

Carson City, NV

About Nevada State Museum

The Nevada State Museum is one of seven state museums run by the Nevada Division of Museums and History. It has a Carson City location and a Las Vegas location. The division's homepage lists upcoming events at its sites, including talks and family programs. Its news pages report leadership changes and participation in national free-admission programs for military families.

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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    Nevada State Railroad Museum

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  • Sports & Outdoors
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    Hang Gliding Tahoe

    $50+

    Tandem powered hang glider flights over Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada from Carson City.

    Transit: reachable by public transit

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  • Nightlife

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    Transit: reachable by public transit

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    Under $25

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    Mackay Mansion & Museum

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