Photos by Cathleen Allison, Nevada Momentum

  • Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell speaks on the steps of the Nevada State Museum during the Mint 150th anniversary.
    Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell speaks on the steps of the Nevada State Museum during the Mint 150th anniversary.
  • Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, right, strikes a commemorative sesquicentennial medallion during the celebration.
    Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak, right, strikes a commemorative sesquicentennial medallion during the celebration.
  • Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei speaks during the celebration.
    Nevada Congressman Mark Amodei speaks during the celebration.
  • A delicious chocolate cake was served during the celebration. Photo by Guy Clifton
    A delicious chocolate cake was served during the celebration. Photo by Guy Clifton
  • Museum Director Myron Freedman holds a commemorative sesquicentennial medallion struck on the Historic Coin Press No. 1
    Museum Director Myron Freedman holds a commemorative sesquicentennial medallion struck on the Historic Coin Press No. 1

On Tuesday, visitors to the Nevada State Museum sat in the front row of history to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Carson City Mint. Just as it did 150 years ago, the Mint’s Coin Press No. 1 pressed silver coins, complete with the famous “CC” mint mark.

U.S. Mint Director David Ryder joined Gov. Steve Sisolak, U.S. Rep. Mark Amodei, Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell and other state officials at the museum, which has occupied the original mint building since 1941.