Tours/Events
Civil War Battle Trains Return to the Comstock Sept. 5-6
Virginia Truckee Railroad Celebrates Heritage Days
History
History
Comstock Miners, Bulls, and Bears in August 1871
As many people know, miners working in the Comstock’s deep underground hot water shafts led dangerous lives. For some reason too, in 1871, they also enjoyed brutal entertainment. An article in the book, “Miners: True Tales of the Old West” written by Charles L. Convis, reveals one of the
Arts & Culture
Virginia City's Second Chance: Exploring the Quirky Revival of the 1950s
When most people think of Virginia City, they picture the boom years of the Comstock Lode, the silver kings, and the legendary mining fortunes that put Nevada on the map. But what happened after the mines went quiet is a story just as fascinating, and one that took center stage
History
Historic Treasures Arrive at Donovan Mill
via Comstock Foundation for History and Culture The Comstock Foundation for History & Culture is excited to announce the recent acquisition of two 1929 Ford Model AA trucks from the Pierce Powell Estate. Based on their serial numbers, both trucks date back to 1929 and represent another important piece of
History
Gold Hill News Retrospective at The Odeon
July 30 Update: The Odeon has extended the exhibit through Aug. 23, 2026, so stop by during business hours to enjoy! Long before computers, desktop publishing, and digital shortcuts, producing a newspaper was a true labor of love. Every page was painstakingly assembled by hand, from artwork and layout to
News
Relay Connects Coast to Coast Through the Comstock
In honor of America's 250th anniversary, the American Discovery 250 Relay will journey across the nation for 21 weeks, following the American Discovery Trail—the first and only coast-to-coast trail in the U.S.—and inviting communities along the way to join in the celebration. On
Tours/Events
Historic Trails Align: National Pony Express Joins the American Discovery 250 Relay Across Nevada
Pony Express Territory, NV — In a historic collaboration honoring the United States’ Semiquincentennial, the National Pony Express Association (NPEA) has taken up the reins for a special leg of the coast-to-coast American Discovery 250 Relay. Riding along the iconic Pony Express Trail in Nevada, volunteer equestrians are carrying
History
Abner Levi Blackburn Family to Visit Old Town Dayton Oct. 16
The Historical Society of Dayton Valley recently received astonishing news when a member of the Abner Levi Blackburn family, Kevin Howley, emailed me, noting the family members are having a reunion and plan to visit this end of Nevada, including Dayton, on Oct. 16 this year! He has kept me
History
The Gold Hill News: A 50+ Year Retrospective Of the Award Winningest Weekly in Nevada
via Nevada Travel Network Gold Hill, Nev – Continuing to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the rebirth of the Gold Hill News in June of 1974, the historic Odeon in Dayton will host the comprehensive, historical exhibition July 23-26, 2026. This is the third showing of this exhibit, the first
Tours/Events
America 250, Comstock Style
Virginia City celebrated America’s 250th birthday in true Comstock fashion, proving once again that history isn’t just remembered here – it’s lived. With heads and rifles held high, our small town welcomed locals and visitors alike for a Fourth of July parade filled with patriotism, community spirit, and
History
From the Centennial to the Semiquincentennial: The Miners Union Hall Celebrates America's 250th Anniversary
There are towns that celebrate the Fourth of July because the calendar politely reminds them to do so. Virginia City has never belonged to that class of communities. The old Comstock has observed Independence Day since the days when miners descended into the earth each morning with more hope than
Dayton
Another "Aha" Moment in Historic Dayton
Sometimes you don't have to travel very far to discover something new. On Sunday, June 28, I joined the Historical Society of Dayton Valley's monthly Guided Walking Tour of Old Town Dayton, led by longtime historian and docent Patrick "Pat" Neylan. Held on the