Douglas County Historical Society

Family Day with Empty Bowls/Lois Elliott
2026-02-07 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | CVM&CC
Family Day at the Museum
February 7, 2026 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Bring the whole family for a fun, hands-on day at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center featuring Empty Bowls of Douglas County with artist Lois Elliott. Guests are invited to paint ceramic bowls, which may be purchased at the end of the event. $15 for a small bowl or $25 for a large bowl.

We will also have hands-on Valentine crafts, a lively scavenger hunt, Find Bugsy, activities from the Kid’s Page, and museum exhibits for all ages! FREE ADMISSION!

Heritage Lecture with David & Gayle Woodruff
2026-02-12 18:30 - 20:00
Thursday, February 12, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join us for an engaging evening with
David & Gayle Woodruff, presenters of
“No Limits – No Boundaries:
Tenacious Women of the Eastern Sierra.”
Doors open: 6:00 p.m.Lecture begins: 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $5 at the doorFree admission for members of the Alpine County, Dayton Valley, and Douglas County Historical Societies.

Volunteer Coffee Social Hour
2026-02-19 10:00 - 11:00
Monthly Volunteer Coffee Social
Thursday, February 19
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join us at Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center for our upcoming Volunteer Coffee as we discuss current projects, upcoming events, and new opportunities to support the Douglas County Historical Society. Enjoy a relaxed morning with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, light breakfast refreshments, and a few fun activities as we plan for the busy season ahead. 3rd Thursday of each month

Heritage Lecture with Etienne Lekumberry
2026-03-12 18:30 - 20:00
Thursday, March 12,
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center as we welcome Etienne Lekumberry for an engaging evening focused on all things Basque. This informal, question-and-answer–style presentation invites conversation and curiosity, offering attendees the opportunity to learn more about Basque history, culture, and traditions.
Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture begins: 6:30 p.m.Admission: $5 at the doorFree admission for members of the Alpine County, Dayton Valley, and Douglas County Historical Societies.
