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The Dome of the Capital Building in Carson City Nevada.
photograph©Paul Hamill
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Recreational pioneers are striking gold in Carson City with everything it has to offer. History, golf, casino action, first-class accommodations, shopping, sightseeing, entertainment and special events make Nevada’s capital a sought-after destination. Its culture, charm and adventure of the Wild West spur visitors to return again and again.
One of Carson City’s main draws is its history, including the Kit Carson Trail. It is one of the largest historic residential districts in the West. Along the trail there are turn-of-the-century mansions, courthouses, a depot and a brewery. Self-guided, guided and CD-narrated tours and maps are available.
Plus there is a bounty of museums. The Children’s Museum of northern Nevada offers hands-on, interactive learning, discovery and fun for children (and adults!). Nevada State Railroad Museum houses four steam locomotives in addition to restored coaches and steam cars. Most of the featured equipment is from the Comstock Era’s Virginia & Truckee Railroad, America’s richest and most famous short line. Nevada State Museum and Mint is known throughout the world for exhibits ranging from Dat So La Lee Washo Indian baskets, Nevada natural history and Coin Press No. 1. It was originally built as a U.S. Mint that operated from 1870 to 1895.
The Nevada State Capitol is the state’s most recognized landmark with its silver-colored cupola. The building was completed in 1871 and houses changing historic exhibits and governors’ portraits. Self-guided tours and guided tours for groups are available.
Carson City is also a golfers paradise. Check out the ”Divine 9“ courses in the Carson City/Carson Valley area: Carson Valley, Dayton Valley, Eagle Valley East, Eagle Valley West, Empire Ranch, Genoa Lakes Golf Club: Lakes Course and Resort Course (formerly Sierra Nevada Golf Club), Silver Oak and Sunridge.
Back in the mid-1800s, Carson City welcomed gaming along with the rest of Nevada. At the same time, other states prohibited it. And what Nevada saw as a potential for economic boom then is still spurring the same results now.
And Carson City’s historic downtown shopping district is a treasure trove for the antique lover and discriminating shopper.
There’s never a dull moment in Carson City with a continuous bevy of special events. Highlights include the Annual Carson City Rendezvous, Nevada State Railroad Museum Steam Ups, Wild West Tour, Silver Dollar Car Classic, Nevada State Museum Coin Show, Kit Carson Trail Ghost Walk, Nevada Day Parade and Festivities, and Victorian Home Christmas Tour.
For more information on the bounty of things Carson City has to offer, call (800) NEVADA-1 or visit the Carson City website.
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