Family Day at the Museum Holiday Gala
2025-12-06 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | CVM&CC
Saturday, December 6, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m

Holiday Gala Kids’ Activities
Bring the little ones to our festive Holiday Gala at the museum! Kids can enjoy Christmas crafts, an exciting scavenger hunt, find Bugsy the Rabbit, receive a prize packet, pick up one of our Kid’s Page Activity leaflet, and discover the wonders of our museum exhibits. Fun for all ages! 🎄✨

Free Admission!

Holiday Gala at Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center
2025-12-06 10:00 - 15:00 | CVM&CC
Holiday Gala – Saturday, December 6
Doors open at 10:00 a.m.
Visit our Gallery of Trees and Gingerbread House displays
10:00 a.m. Santa’s Cookie Shop opens
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Selfies with Santa
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Family Day Games & Activities
Watch the Parade of Lights from the museum.
Parade starts at 5:00 p.m.
Arrive by 4:30 p.m. before the highway closes!

Family Day at the Museum
2026-02-07 11:00 - 14:00 | CVM&CC
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
• “Find Bugsy”
• Kid’s Page
• Museum exhibits
Free Admission
Carson Valley Museum & Cultural Center
1479 U.S. Highway 395 North
Gardnerville, Nevada

Heritage Lecture with David & Gayle Woodruff
2026-02-12 18:30 - 20:00 | CVM&CC
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 engaging evening celebrating resilience, courage, and local heritage.
Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. $5.00 at the door.
Free Admission to Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley, and DCHS Historical Society members.

Family Day at the Museum
2026-03-07 11:00 - 14:00 | CVM&CC
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 feathers and wings. The day also includes a lively scavenger hunt, “Find Bugsy”, hands-on activities from the Kid’s Page, and museum exhibits open for all to explore!
FREE ADMISSION!

Heritage Lecture with Etienne Lekumberry
2026-03-12 18:30 - 20:00 | CVM&CC
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 more about Basque history, culture, and traditions through conversation with Lekumberry.
Doors open: 6:00 p.m Lecture begins: 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $5 at the door. Free admission for members of the Alpine County, Dayton Valley, and Douglas County Historical Societies.

Bed Turning with the Carson Valley Quilt Guild
2026-03-21 10:00 - 14:00 | CVM&CC
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
2026-03-28 14:00 - 15:00 | CVM&CC
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 in our area and recognizes their role in shaping our shared history.
March is Women’s History Month, established by Congress in 1987 to encourage the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role women play in American history. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the achievements and legacy of the incredible women who inspire us all.

Family Day at the Museum
2026-04-04 11:00 - 14:00 | CVM&CC
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 the museum with a scavenger hunt, “Find Bugsy,” special kids’ activity pages, and hands-on discovery throughout our exhibits.
🎉 Free admission for all ages — come celebrate history, creativity, and community with us!

Heritage Lecture with Debbe Nye
2026-04-09 18:30 - 20:00 | CVM&CC
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 with several history organizations, Debbe is passionate about preserving and sharing our regional heritage.
For this Heritage Lecture, Debbe will present “The History of Chautauqua,” exploring the origins of the movement and its lasting impact on education, culture, and living history programs today.
Doors open: 6:00 p.m Lecture begins: 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $5 at the door. Free admission for members of the Alpine County, Dayton Valley, and Douglas County Historical Societies.

Mayflower Society Open House
2026-04-18 11:00 - 14:00 | CVM&CC
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!

Young Chautauqua Performance
2026-04-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Genoa Town Hall, 2287 Main Street, Genoa, 89411, United States
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 event and experience the past in a fun and engaging way!

Family Day at the Museum
2026-05-02 11:00 - 14:00 | CVM&CC
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 Day crafts
✨ WNC activities
✨ Scavenger hunt
✨ “Find Bugsy” challenge
✨ Kids activity page
✨ Explore our museum exhibits
Free admission for all!
Come celebrate, create, and discover with us!

Heritage Lecture with Tami Force
2026-05-14 18:30 - 20:00 | CVM&CC
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 newest books, In the Shadow of the Sierra and In the Glow of the Sierra.
For more information about Tami Force and her adventures, visit https://nvtami.com/
Doors open: 6:00 p.m Lecture begins: 6:30 p.m.
Admission: $5 at the door. Free admission for members of the Alpine County, Dayton Valley, and Douglas County Historical Societies.

Family Day at the Museum
2026-06-06 11:00 - 14:00 | CVM&CC
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 front lawn. Enjoy Bubbles on the Green with Dennis Little and Debbe Nye, take part in carnival games and chalk art. Inside, kids can explore WNC activities, join a scavenger hunt, find Bugsy, Kids Page activities, and discover the museum exhibits.
It’s a fun-filled day of history, learning, and family-friendly entertainment you won’t want to miss!

Family Day at the Courthouse Museum, Genoa
2026-07-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Courthouse Museum Genoa, 2304 Main Street, Genoa, NV, 89411, United States
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!

Heritage Lecture with Russell Scossa
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:00 | CVM&CC
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 Scossa brothers, Swiss immigrants, the Scossa Ranch has remained in the family for more than 140 years. The Scossas developed the property into a successful beef and dairy operation, a tradition that continues today.
The ranch includes fourteen buildings, highlighted by the 1908 timber-frame Scossa Barn. Identified as a transverse crib barn, it features a central passageway with a hay loft above for winter feed storage. Its distinctive first-floor doors display a parquet diamond design believed to reflect the family’s Swiss heritage—unique in Carson Valley.
Doors open: 6:00 p.m Lecture begins: 6:30 p.m.
$5 at the door. Free admission for members of the Alpine County, Dayton Valley, and Douglas County Historical Societies.
