History & Historic Sites
Museums in Reno
The whole family can enjoy the wide variety of museums and related attractions available in the Reno area and throughout Nevada.
Nevada's National Historic Landmarks
Some of Nevada's National Historic Landmarks are in Reno and northern Nevada.
Walking Tours with the Historic Reno Preservation Society
The Historic Reno Preservation Society helps educate both local residents and visitors through walking tours and bike riding tours through Reno's historic districts and other areas of historic interest around the Truckee Meadows and northern Nevada.
Train Rides in Nevada
Here's where to ride steam trains and other railroads around Nevada.
Train Rides in Northern California
Here's where to ride steam trains and other railroads around northern California.
Visit Virginia City, Nevada
Going to Virginia City, Nevada, is a worthwhile and entertaining outing for both Reno / Tahoe residents and those visiting the area.
Free Lectures from the Historic Reno Preservation Society
The Historic Reno Preservation Society presents free lectures about Reno's historic districts and other areas of historic interest around the Truckee Meadows and northern Nevada.
Historic Reno Preservation Society (HRPS)
The Historic Reno Preservation Society helps educate both local residents and visitors through walking tours, bus tours, and bike rides through Reno's historic districts and other areas of historic interest around the Truckee Meadows and northern Nevada.
All Aboard! Ride the Virginia & Truckee Railroad
Today's Virginia & Truckee Railroad is an excursion line mostly following the original route between Virginia City and Carson City, Nevada. Riders on the restored V & T travel through the fabulous era when Virginia City's Comstock mines made it one of the richest places in the world.
Reno Divorce Trade and the Virginia Street Bridge Legend
Reno's divorce trade, the historic Virginia Street Bridge, and the Truckee River are all involved with this enduring Reno legend. How much truth there is to the story remains controversial to this day.
W.M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum
W.M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum is packed with an amazing collection of mineral specimens, rocks, fossils, photographs, and historic mining artifacts from Nevada and many other locations around the world. The W.M. Keck Museum is located on the University of Nevada, Reno campus, in the Mackay School of Mines building.
Nevada Historical Society (NHS)
The Nevada Historical Society (NHS) is the state's oldest museum. The NHS facility in Reno houses a vast collection of artifacts and documents that chronicle Nevada's history. The collection covers everything from the time of prehistoric people through the coming of white settlers and the vast changes they wrought. Also included are stories...
Government Buildings in Reno
Government buildings in Reno, Nevada, are a mix of historic structures and newer, modern facilities. Reno's government buildings include city, county, and federal offices.
Reno / Tahoe Place Name Game
Our place names list is mostly from Northern Nevada since that is the emphasis at RenoTahoe.About.com, but there are some other Nevada-related titles we think are of interest.
Carson City, Nevada's Historic Capital
Join Elizabeth Mitchell, the About.com Southwest US Travel Guide, for a great tour of historic Carson City.
History of Reno
Learn about Reno's origins and development from the City of Reno website.
History of Sparks
All aboard! Find out why Sparks is nicknamed "The Rail City."