On this day in 1800 the Library of Congress was established. In recent years, they’ve uploaded millions photos, maps, and documents that we and many others use in research, displays, and presentations! Check out some of what they have here: buff.ly/3JxlMre

Our volunteers did a great job on our mural last weekend, but there’s still plenty to do! Stop by the museum this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 12-4 to leave your mark!

Firefighters Cancer fundraiser at Black Bear Diner in Fernley. We are here til 9:00, come on down.

We have just learned that we are experiencing technical difficulties wherein our website is not sending us forms users fill out. We are uncertain when this problem started or how long it will take to fix. Our sincerest apologies to anyone who has tried to contact us this way!

Did you miss any of our lectures? Well, we have good news: if you become a museum member (or already are one), keep an eye on your email, because you’ll be receiving a link to watch all four lectures online sometime in the next few days! join here: buff.ly/48mGQLk

Today is Earth Day, and as the museum is closed we recommend going out to enjoy our planet’s beauty in all its glory, and then perhaps learning about ways you can get involved with protecting some of Nevada’s beautiful landscapes.