Carson City Historical Society's Garden Tour features amazing treasure of local landscaping
The Carson City Historical Society's 2015 annual garden tour took place Saturday where guests were able to walk or drive through Carson City and view magnificent homes and gardens. It was clear along the tour that those participating put an extraordinary amount of time and creative effort into their gardens and homes.
The self-guided tour began at 11 a.m. and concluded around 4 p.m. after more than dozen homes were viewed. Some favorites on the tour included the Krebs-Petersen House which was the location of John Wayne’s final movie, “The Shootist” and The Bliss Mansion. Some new additions to the 2015 tour included yards adorned with fishponds and waterfalls and exotic plants and flowers.
The tour, hosted by the Carson City Historical Society, was also a fundraiser for the Foreman-Roberts House Carriage House interior work.
After the garden tour ended an after party began for all tour guests at the front lawn of the Foreman-Roberts House Museum. Live music by local singer June Joplin, wine and appetizers were provided by the Carson City Historical Society. An oil painting by local artist, Stephanie Shefrin, was auctioned off before the evening concluded.
The Carson City Historical Society puts on many events throughout the year, for more information go to their website here.
Meanwhile, the Carson City Historical Society will have its General Membership Meeting on Sunday, June 28, 2015, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Red's Old 395 Grill in Carson City.
The meeting will be in the private room at the northwest corner of the building. Jeffrey M. Kintop, Nevada State Archivist, will be the featured speaker, and he will discuss the 50th anniversary of the State Archives. Kintop has worked in Nevada History for over 30 years. He has coauthored several books and contributes to collective works on Nevada History. Members and guests may order food from the extensive Red's menu.
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