Native Americans
Ideas on Tap: The History and Culture of Native Americans
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 10/30/2021 - 6:38pmIdeas on Tap is back at the Union Eatery and Brewery, 302 North Carson Street, on Wednesday, November 10, starting at 6 pm, recognizing The History and Culture of Native Americans, also known as American Indians and Indigenous Americans, are the indigenous people of the United States.
Stewart Indian School Cultural Center Museum in Carson City to reopen Tuesday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/14/2021 - 4:30pmCARSON CITY — The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum announced Thursday it is reopening to the public on Tuesday, Jan. 19, the day after the nation celebrates Martin Luther King Day.
Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum in Carson City to reopen Monday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/14/2020 - 3:22pmCARSON CITY, Nev. — The Stewart Indian School Cultural Center & Museum will reopen to the public on Monday, July 20, thanks to a generous donation from the family of a former Stewart Indian School principal. Opened in January and closed to the public in March because of the current health crisis, the Cultural Center faced severe budget cuts.
Diverse area religious leaders call it 'morally wrong' to continue with 'Washington Redskins' name
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 07/02/2020 - 3:21pmChristian-Hindu-Buddhist-Jewish-Native American religious leaders of Northern Nevada are appealing to Washington Redskins football team owner Dan Snyder and National Football League (NFL) to change the team’s name, as many considered it as a hurtful reminder of the historical maltreatment of Native Americans.
Senator Square: Digital media students create Carson High School year in review video
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 06/07/2020 - 8:26amAs a digital media teacher at Carson High School I asked my students if they wanted to do a year in review video. Nick Baggio, who is an editor for the announcements, and Gianna Johnson, who is an anchor on the daily announcements, jumped right on the project.
Carson City honored as Top True Western Town by True West Magazine
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 03/03/2020 - 11:56amCarson City was a 19th century hub for mining, transportation and more. It was the place where a young Samuel Clemens began his literary career, and where his nom de plume Mark Twain was first revealed. Carson City was as Old West as they came.
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: A short history of the discovery of America
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/24/2020 - 7:55amThe first European to see America, so far as we know, was a Norseman named Barney, somewhere around A.D. 986. Barney was wading ashore, holding his shoes, when he encountered some Native Americans who were not in a good humor that particular morning, and they gave Barney the bum's rush. So he absquatulated (cut stick) in his dinghy, and rowed like crazy for home, anywhere but America.
Events around Carson City for Sunday, Feb. 23
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 02/23/2020 - 7:33amGood morning Carson City and welcome to the last stretch of the weekend. Enjoy sunny skies with a high near 60. It will be a nice day for a bike ride or walking tours of two historic Carson City landmarks or perhaps take in a concert at the community center or laughs at the final performance of Carson City’s theater company PPI and their female version of "The Odd Couple at the Brewery Art Center's Black Box Theater. Enjoy your day.
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds Monthly Open House at the Mills Parks Wungnema House Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 02/22/2020 - 4:28pmLearn more about our community and its cultural heritage.
Visit the Wungnema House in Mills Park, as well as the Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street. These houses represent 2 different aspects of our community’s cultural heritage. Both historic houses are open from 2:00pm until 5:00pm on Sunday.
Spring Back into Silver State history: Travel Nevada embraces historical, legendary experiences
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/17/2020 - 2:58pmCARSON CITY — A new museum as well as recreation, entertainment and dining opportunities will bloom this spring in Nevada. From the opening of the Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum in Carson City to the debut of new restaurants in Las Vegas, Nevada delivers uncommon experiences this season.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Sunday, Jan. 26
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 8:09pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! Today we have a bunch of great events to round out this busy weekend! Check below to see what's going on!
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds open house Sunday at Wungnema House
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 3:12pmDid you make a New Year’s Resolution to learn more about our community and its cultural heritage? We hope you did, but if you didn’t, it’s never too late. Kick-off 2020 by visiting the Wungnema House in Mills Park, as well as the Foreman-Roberts House on North Carson Street. These houses represent 2 different aspects of our community’s cultural heritage. Both historic houses are open from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Events and Happenings in the Carson City region for Sunday, Dec. 29
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 12/28/2019 - 10:56pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! I hope you’ve been enjoying your weekend so far! Check below for the great events in the region we have going on today, Sunday.
Christmas on the Comstock, Comedy and Star Talks: Events and Happenings in Carson City for Saturday, Dec. 28
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 6:36pmHappy Saturday, Carson City! We've got a ton of great events throughout the weekend, so check below to see what's happening around town!
Carson City Parks Foundation Holds an Open House at the Wungnema House this Sunday
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 3:09amThe year is nearly over and winter is upon us; avoid an early onset of cabin fever, and stretch your legs by coming out to the Wungnema House for the last open house of 2019 on Sunday, Dec. 29 and learn about some of unique and enduring contributions a family of Native Americans made to our area. Access to the Wungnema House is off Saliman Road, opposite Carson High School.
Christmas Through the Years, live music, comedy and more: Carson City region readies for busy weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 12/26/2019 - 5:11pmHeading into the weekend, post-Christmas holiday activities continue around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Christmas Through the Years presentation at the Carson Valley Community Theater, Open Mic Night at A to Zen Gift Shop, musicians Lauren Kepler and Dan Cypher at Bella Vita Bistro, laughs at the Carson Comedy Club and much more!
Pine Nuts with McAvoy Layne: Giving Thanks And Pulling Punches
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/26/2019 - 6:28amThe popular sentiment this holiday season seems to be, "I'm going to save so much money this Christmas by talking politics at Thanksgiving."
Open House today at the Wungnema House at Carson City's Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 6:48amNovember is National Native American Heritage Month; observe the month by learning about some unique and enduring contributions a family of Native Americans made to our area. As the month winds down, and the good weather still holds, come out and visit the historic Wungnema House on the east side of Mills Park on Sunday, November 24th during the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house.
Events and happenings in the Carson City region for Sunday, November 24
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/23/2019 - 7:04pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! On the roster today we've got a craft and holiday festival, guided group walks, musicals and more.
Check below to see what's going on in the Carson City region for Sunday, November 24.
Events around Carson City for Wednesday, Nov. 6
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 7:21pmGoing into the middle of the work week we can expect sunny skies with highs in the upper 60s. Events around the capital city Wednesday, Nov. 6 include gallery showings, a Veterans Day assembly at Sierra Lutheran High School, the first "Get Fit with Fight Camp" at Yaple's Ballroom, a presentation, "Nevada’s Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times" hosted by Capital City Arts Initiative, storytelling at the Carson City Library and more.
Nevada Commission for Women unveils historic license plate honoring 100 years of women's suffrage
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 11/02/2019 - 4:17pmThe Nevada Commission for Women unveiled a limited edition license plate celebrating women’s suffrage as a commemoration of the 100th anniversary of women gaining the right to vote.
The plate itself is historic to Nevada, as it was the first assembly bill, Assembly Bill 499, to be backed by only women. Bills need a majority vote to pass any legislation, and this session was the first session any state in the country saw a legislature with a female-led majority.
Nevada's Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times presentation Nov. 6 in Carson City
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 10/30/2019 - 5:26amOn Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Capital City Arts Initiative will present a public talk, "Nevada’s Ancient Rock Art: Art for All Times" by archeologist Pat Barker, Ph.D. The event is part of CCAI’s ongoing Nevada Neighbors speakers’ series.
Nevada Day Exclusive: Cecil the Serpent returns to Carson City after decades of mysterious hibernation
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 9:33amThis year, the fan-favorite Cecil the Serpent of Walker Lake will be returning to Carson City for the first time in decades to participate in the Nevada Day parade this Saturday.
Paul Laxalt U.S. Senatorial papers now open, available for research
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 09/02/2019 - 2:14pmRENO — How was one conservative Republican U. S. Senator from Nevada, which is comprised mostly of public lands, able to work with a majority Democratic Congress to get things done?
National Public Lands Day at Grimes Point!
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 08/17/2019 - 6:37amThe Bureau of Land Management, Carson City District, will host a National Public Lands Day (NPLD) event on Saturday, September 28, 2019. At this event volunteers will participate in a cleanup at the Grimes Point Archaeological Area approximately 10 east of Fallon, Nevada. Lunch will be provided.
Governor appoints Stacey Montooth as Nevada Indian Commission Executive Director
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/06/2019 - 12:15pmGov. Steve Sisolak announced the appointment Tuesday of Stacey Montooth to the Nevada Indian Commission where she will serve as executive director beginning Sept. 1, 2019.
The Parks Foundation Opens the Wungnema House in Mills Park on Sunday, from 2 pm to 5 pm
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 04/25/2019 - 9:16pmSpring is finally here, and Carson City is decked out in her spring finery. Sunday will be perfect for a stroll around town, so while you are out and about, stop by Mills Park for the Parks Foundation’s monthly open house at the Wungnema House, from 2 pm to 5 pm.
The Wungnema House is the charming stone cottage located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after WWII and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s.
There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.
Parks Foundation Holds an Open House Sunday Afternoon at the Wungnema House in Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 03/30/2019 - 12:34amThe weatherman says Sunday is going to be warm and sunny; so come out to the Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation’s monthly open house, Sunday afternoon at the Wungnema House, from 2 to 5 p.m. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.
Parks Foundation holds Open House Sunday at the Wungnema House in Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 11/23/2018 - 1:53amThe Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation is holding an open house at the Wungnema House Sunday afternoon from 2-5 p.m. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.
The Wungnema House is located on the east side of Mills Park across from Carson High School. It was built by a family of skilled Hopi stonemasons shortly after World War II and served as the family’s home until the early 1970s.
Carson City Parks Foundation to host Sunday open house at Wungnema House in Mills Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 10/25/2018 - 9:12amCARSON CITY — Looking for something different to do after all the Nevada Day celebrating? Want something a little more laidback for your Sunday afternoon? Drop by that small stone house on east side of Mills Park, opposite Carson High; it’s the Wungnema House.