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Nevada’s Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month

Your Nevada, Your History! Get Out and Explore in May 2026...

We want to hear about your history! Tell us about your favorite Historic Place in Nevada! Although we have many sites listed on our National Register of Historic Places and our State Register of Historic Places, a historic place can be any building that is over 50 years old. Call the number below or click on the flyer to fill out the form.

Read Governor Joe Lombardo's Proclamation declaring May 2026 as Archeological Awareness and Historic Preservation Month

There are several events related to Historic Preservation or Historic Preservation Month Across the state!

City of Las Vegas:

  1. Helldorado Days Parade May 9th at 10am on fourth street between Gass Avenue and Stewart Avenue.
  2. The premiere of the documentary film The City of Las Vegas: The 1980s will be on May 16th at 7:15pm and can be found on YouTube
  3. Historic Preservation Awards at the Historic Preservation Commission Meeting will be on May 27th at Noon!

City of Reno:

  1. Historic Tax Credit Workshop May 27th
  2. Downtown Reno Library 60th Anniversary Saturday May 9th from 6:30-8pm, including bomb shelter tours. Visit the Washoe County Library Events Website for more information.
  3. Nevada Humanities presentation of new documentary film on the History of Black Springs, see posting for more information.
  4. Learn more about the History of Downtown Reno and explore historic properties with the Downtown Reno StoryMap or the East 4th Street StoryMap.
  5. Check out the history of one of Reno’s oldest and most popular parks with Celebrating Reno’s Historic Parks.
  6. Explore the varied Historical Markers of the Truckee Meadows showcasing historical markers in Reno, Sparks, and beyond.

Carson city:

  1. The State Historic Preservation Office and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is hosting the exhibit, "The Enduring Legacy of Fort Churchill" in the Lobby of the Bryan Building, 901 South Stewart Street, Carson City.  Flyer.
  2. Annual Architectural Scavenger Hunt organized by the Carson City Historic Resources Commission.

You can celebrate Historic Preservation Month anywhere that has a historic place! See our National Register Map to find a historic place near you!

1.  Learn more about your home.  The vast majority of homes in Nevada are historic in age (over 50 years), even those ranch and split-level houses you grew up in. Visit your local historical society, library, and public records office to get started.
2.  Explore your Main Street.  From Gardnerville to Genoa to Reno to Las Vegas, every town has a historic core or "Main Street".  Go out to a historic restaurant, an old movie house, brewery, shop at stores in older buildings, or explore neighborhoods with older homes.
3.  Take a Trip, Tour or a Ride.  From trains, to trails to urban hikes - history is all around.  Many historical sites and homes are available for tours.  Check with your local Historical Society, Chamber of Commerce or Nevada's Historic Resources map for where to find historic resources near you, or for new or favorite places you will be visiting.
4.  Architectural Scavenger Hunts.  Some communities feature architectural scavenger hunts such as Carson City.  How many Victorian, Craftsman, brick homes or buildings can you find?  Encourage your local community to participate and create one.
5.  Learn about Historic Preservation.  Groups like the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the National Park Service have webinars about historic preservation and workshops on restoring historic resources.
6.  Get Involved.  Want to save historic places that matter to you?  Support your local main street and preservation organization, speak with your elected officials, and let others know why historic preservation is an important part of your community. Volunteer your time or become a member of a preservation group, historical society or main street program.
 

Organizations

Nevadans for Cultural Preservation

  • Experienced archeologists and educators with a passion for preserving our heritage, educating the public, and collaborating on projects that bridge the two.  Brochure.  Upcoming Events.

Nevada Preservation Foundation

Historic Reno Preservation Society

  • Virtually or Individually Tour the City with Reno Historical  
    • Seeking a bit of fresh air, Reno Historical offers an engaging variety of tours to transport you across time and space. Just click Tours on the website (renohistorical.org) and you’ll find a range of options for exploring the city’s historic landscape.   More information: Historic Reno Preservation Society

 

State and Federal Resources

National Park Service

Nevada Department of Conservation and Natural Resources

Travel Nevada 

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Local Government Options

 

Universities

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