Annual Carson City Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt begins Monday

In celebration of Historic Preservation Month, the Carson City Historic Resources Commission will hold its 7th annual Historic Preservation Scavenger Hunt beginning Monday and running through May 31.

The scavenger hunt will consist of 30 historic architectural features, all within in the historic district area and is open to adults and kids. The goal is to find all of the architectural building features from the pictures provided and give the correct address. All of the pictures are from properties located in the Carson City Historic District.

Completed entries must be submitted by 4 p.m. on May 27 to the Planning Division at 108 E Proctor Street. Entries with all correct answers will be entered into a drawing to be held on May 31 where the winner will be announced.

The winner will be competing for a free lunch for two at Adele’s.

Contact the Planning Division at (775)887-2180 for more information or check out our website at www.carson.org/hrc to download an entry form.

Since the early 1980s, May has been a month for celebrating historic preservation and archaeology in Nevada. This year, the theme acknowledges the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act, which helps to stabilize neighborhoods and downtowns, contributes to public education, attracts investment, creates jobs, generates tax revenues, supports small business and affordable housing, and powers Nevada’s heritage tourism industry.

Agencies and organizations in Carson City and throughout Nevada have teamed up to spread awareness of archaeological and historic preservation efforts throughout the state and encourage both residents and visitors to explore and learn about Nevada’s significant archaeological and historical treasures.

Other Carson City events include May 21's Under the Stewart Stars. The Stewart Indian School Preservation Alliance is proud to announce the inaugural “Under the Stewart Stars” fundraising event. Join them for an exclusive behind the scenes tour of the historic Stewart Indian School campus with Stewart alumni, followed by an evening of dinner and entertainment. Proceeds from the event will support the Stewart Living Legacy Project and the Stewart Indian School Preservation Alliance. A limited number of tickets are available for this exclusive event.
The program is sponsored by the Stewart Indian School Preservation Alliance

It will be held at the Stewart Indian School, 5300 Snyder Avenue Carson City, 4 to 8 p.m. For ticket information contact Scott Carey, 775-544-7269, info.sispanv@gmail.com.

Meanwhile, the Dayton Museum is open all month in celebration of Historic Preservation and Archaeological Awareness Month. See miniature-sized working farm equipment and tools made by western artist Stony Tennant, and old postcards from Pat Neylan’s collection.
Administered by the Historical Society of Dayton Valley the museum is at 135 Shady Lane, Old Town Dayton. Hours are:
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday – Friday
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Saturday
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday
More information: Laura Tennant (775)-246-6316 L10ant38@gmail.com. Website: Daytonnvhistory.org

Other Lyon County events include:
May 2- May 27: Silver City, Nevada: Preserving a Fascinating History; Protecting a Vibrant Future
Silver City, Nevada combines a dedication for preserving its Comstock history with enthusiasm for protecting its present day character as an arts and cultural resources production center. A display at the local US Post Office will show these two intertwined parts of the community.

The display will include artifacts from historic sites in Silver City that show the town's roots in the mining boom of the 1860s, as well as samples of some of the historical and archaeological research, plus plays, art, diverse publications and music that a new wave of residents have produced over the last 60 years.
Sponsor: Resident Artist Program in Silver City, Nevada
Where: Silver City, Nevada Post Office, 270 Main Street, Silver City NV (on State Route 342) map
When: Monday–Sunday, May 2 – May 27, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
More information: Quest Lakes, 775-847-0742, quest@theodata.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/silvercitynevadaresidentartistprogram/
Admission: Free

May 5: Public Lecture by Steven Saylor
Steven Saylor reminisces about former residents, “Louie the Indian” and Ray Darrough, “Indian Medicine Man.”
Sponsor: Historical Society of Dayton Valley
Where: Dayton Valley Community Center, 170 Pike Street, Dayton, NV map
When: Thursday, May 5, 7:00 p.m. Lecture begins at 7:15 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
More information: Laura Tennant, 775-246-6316, L10ant38@gmail.com
Website: www.daytonnvhistory.org.
Cost/Admission: Free

May 12: Saving The 1862 Bluestone Building
Hear the story of how the 1862 Bluestone Building was saved, presented by a panel of those who were involved, including Judge Ed Johnson, Margaret Maloney, Lois Storrs, Lee Vecchiarelli and others.
Sponsor: Historical Society of Dayton Valley
Where: Dayton Valley Community Center, 170 Pike Street, Dayton, NV map
When: Thursday, May 12, 7:00 p.m. Lecture begins at 7:15 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
More information: Laura Tennant, 775-246-6316, L10ant38@gmail.com
Website: www.daytonnvhistory.org
Admission: Free

May 19: Karen Howe: Whispers from the Past
A look at the Dayton cemetery, its history, and the importance of preserving our past.
Sponsor: Historical Society of Dayton Valley
Where: Dayton Valley Community Center, 170 Pike Street, Dayton, NV map
When: Thursday, May 19, 7:00 p.m. Lecture begins at 7:15 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
More information: Laura Tennant, 775-246-6316, L10ant38@gmail.com
Website: www.daytonnvhistory.org
Admission: Free

June 2: Linda C. Clements: The Union Hotel
History and stories remind us why we should save the 1870 Union Hotel; it was once a famous Nevada landmark and is now the most endangered historic building in Nevada.
Sponsor: Historical Society of Dayton Valley
Where: Dayton Valley Community Center, 170 Pike Street, Dayton, NV map
When: Thursday, June 2, 7:00 p.m. Lecture begins at 7:15 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
More information: Laura Tennant, 775-246-6316, L10ant38@gmail.com
Website: www.daytonnvhistory.org
Admission: Free