Douglas County Historical Society Family Day at the Museum Saturday, February 7 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Join us for a special Family Day featuring Empty Bowls of Douglas County with Lois Elliott. Enjoy a variety of hands-on activities for children and families, including: • Valentine crafts • Western Nevada College activities • Scavenger Hunt […]

Thursday, February 12, 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Join us for an inspiring Heritage Lecture featuring David and Gayle Woodruff as they present No Limits, No Boundaries: Tenacious Women of the Sierra Nevada. Discover the remarkable stories of strong, determined women who helped shape the history and character of the Sierra Nevada. Don’t miss this […]

Saturday, March 7 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.  Spend a fun-filled day of discovery at the museum. We’re excited to welcome the Lahontan Audubon Society with special guest Alan Gubanich, presenting “How Well Do You Know Your Birds?” Enjoy an engaging presentation featuring bird mounts, a fascinating slide show, and a close look at bird […]

Thursday, March 12, 6:30 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Join us for a special evening lecture featuring Etienne Lekumberry at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center.  The presentation will focus on all things Basque and will be conducted in an informal, question-and-answer format, encouraging audience participation and discussion. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn […]

Bed Turning Saturday, March 21 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hosted by the Carson Valley Quilt Guild A “Fashion Show” of antique quilts,   quilting demonstrations and techniques. Will be held at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center 1477 Hwy 395 North, Gardnerville, NV  

Women in history Saturday, March 28, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Doors open at 1 p.m. Program begins at 2 p.m. Celebrate Women’s History Month! Join us as we honor the remarkable women of Douglas County who have made a lasting impact on our community. This special presentation highlights their contributions to enhancing the quality of life […]

Family Day at the Museum April 4 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Bring the whole family to the Douglas County Historical Society for a fun-filled afternoon at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center! Enjoy inspiring Young Chautauqua performances, followed by an award ceremony and reception honoring our talented young participants. Kids can explore […]

Thursday, April 9 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Chautauqua historian Debbe Nye is a dedicated local researcher and longtime genealogist who brings history to life through storytelling. She has researched and written scripts for cemetery tours, historic walks, Women in History programs, Chautauqua performances, and regularly assists fellow historians with research projects. An active volunteer […]

Mayflower Society Open House Saturday, April 18 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Come and meet the descendants of the Mayflower residing in the Carson Valley.  Learn about the historic 1620 voyage of the Mayflower.  Come see if the Mayflower is part of your family history.  Light refreshments will be served.  FREE ADMISSION!

Genoa Western Heritage Days Young Chautauqua Performance Saturday, April 25 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Bring the whole family to the Genoa Town Hall, as part of the Genoa Western Heritage Days.  Enjoy an inspiring afternoon where history comes to life through youth performances that celebrate creativity, storytelling, and community.  Join us for this special […]

Art & Wine on the Green Saturday, May 2 | Sunday, May 3 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Visit Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center and enjoy a glass of wine while perusing fine art on the oldest lawn in Gardnerville!

Family Day at the Museum May 2 | 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center Join us for a fun-filled Family Day featuring a special DC Muay Thai & Mixed Martial Arts demonstration with Travis Dohrn! Bring the whole family and enjoy an afternoon of hands-on activities and exploration. ✨ Mother’s […]

🎬 KARMELE — Coming to Gardnerville! We’re thrilled to bring the🎬 KARMELE — Coming to Gardnerville! We’re thrilled to bring the Basque Film Tour to the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center! KARMELE, the latest film by acclaimed Basque director Asier Altuna, tells the story of a family exiled by war in 1937 — finding […]

Thursday, March 12 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Author Talk & Book Signing with Tami Force Join the Douglas County Historical Society at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center for an evening with Tami Force, an avid photographer and explorer of Nevada’s ghost towns, historic mining camps, and backroads. Tami will speak about her […]

Join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center for an evening of community, connection, and local flavor during the Main Street Gardnerville Third Thursday Wine Walk. From 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., stroll through downtown, sip and sample, and show your support for local merchants and small businesses. Not a wine enthusiast? No problem. […]

Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Bring the whole family to Family Day at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center.  Enjoy a full afternoon of hands-on fun both inside and out! Outside, meet Jeff Benik with the Comstock Gold Prospectors who will set up a gold panning station on our […]

Join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center for an evening of community, connection, and local flavor during the Main Street Gardnerville Third Thursday Wine Walk. From 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., stroll through downtown, sip and sample, and show your support for local merchants and small businesses. Not a wine enthusiast? No problem. […]

Friday, July 4, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Join us at the Courthouse Museum in Genoa as we celebrate the 4th of July Ringing of the Bell, Family Day table with Patriotic Leis Free Admission!

Thursday, July 9 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center as we welcome Russell Scossa, who will speak about the Scossa family history, ranching life, and share the enduring legacy of one of Carson Valley’s historic ranching families. Established in 1859 and purchased in 1885 by the […]

Join us at the Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center for an evening of community, connection, and local flavor during the Main Street Gardnerville Third Thursday Wine Walk. From 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., stroll through downtown, sip and sample, and show your support for local merchants and small businesses. Not a wine enthusiast? No problem. […]