Douglas County Historical Society

Artisan Reception Saturday, December 16, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. At the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center

Saturday, February 3, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Join us at Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center Games & Activities for the whole family! Family Day is held the 1st Saturday of the month. Free Admission

Please join us as David Woodruff portrays George Whittell in a Chautauqua performance Thursday, February 8 Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. $5.00 at the door Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and DCHS Historical Society Members Free! Zoom link will be available

Saturday, March 9, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Join us at Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center Join us as we welcome Paula Hernandez and her dog Fancy!  Paula will share the trials, tribulations and joys of training Seeing Eye Dogs and their importance in assisting their owners.  The program begins at 11:00 a.m. Additional […]

Please join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center as we welcome Dr. Karen Gedney who will be speaking about the history of the Nevada State Prison Thursday, March 14 Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. $5.00 at the door Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and DCHS Historical Society Members […]

Hosted by the Carson Valley Quilt Guild, Saturday, March 16 Doors Open 10:00 a.m. Bed Turnings at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. The Carson Valley Quilt Guild will present an old fashion “Bed Turning” of antique quilts at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center. Bed Turnings are a unique element of American Heritage allowing […]

Join us for a presentation honoring the Women of Douglas County Each of these women have contributed to the rich history and quality of life in our community. March 23, 1:00 p.m.  to 3:00 p.m. Community Meet & Greet 1:00 p.m. Presentation begins at 2:00 p.m. Light refreshments will be served after the presentation. Free […]

Saturday, April 6, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p. Join us at the museum for our annual Earth Day Celebration!  Something to do for the whole family as we  plant seeds in our newspaper cups and have fun with art and farm activities! Free Admission!

Please join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, NV as we welcome Kim Harris in a Chautauquan performance of Gertrude Dangberg Thursday, April 11 Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. $5.00 at the door Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and DCHS Historical Society Members Free! Zoom link […]

Courthouse Museum Genoa reopens for the season! 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Join us at the Courthouse Museum Genoa for a fun filled weekend Saturday, April 27 Saturday at 11:00 am:  Showcasing a new exhibit of our Dat So La Lee Basket.  The Washoe Tribe of Nevada will provide basket weaving demonstrations along with singers, dancers and traditional prayers. Saturday at 1:00 pm:  Come and see our […]

ART & WINE ON THE GREEN 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, May 18-19 Spend a day or two on our lawn perusing a selection of fine art, paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry and more.  Enjoy a glass of wine and find the perfect gift for your family and friends… or yourself  at the […]

ART & WINE ON THE GREEN 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday, May 18-19 Spend a day or two on our lawn perusing a selection of fine art, paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry and more.  Enjoy a glass of wine and find the perfect gift for your family and friends… or yourself  at the […]

Thursday, June 13 A Chautauqua performance of H.F. Dangberg Jr. by Michael Hall Please join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center in Gardnerville, NV Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. $5.00 at the door Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and DCHS Historical Society Members Free! Zoom link will be […]