Tahoma Things to Do

The history of the second oldest capitol building west of the Mississippi is as colorful as Nevada itself. Completed in 1871, the cost of construction nearly doubled the amount originally bid by Peter Cavanaugh; with furnishing... more

George W. Ferris, whose son, George Jr., gained notoriety as the inventor of the Ferris Wheel, designed this beautiful mansion. It was completed in 1909 after 30 years of debate. A nominal sum of USD10 was paid for the land on... more

This building was originally erected in 1870 as the U.S. Mint, which coined more than $49,000,000 until 1893. Now a museum, it hosts about 250,000 visitors each year and has become famous for exhibits such as The Chinese Experi... more

This two-day holiday event has become the museum's most popular weekend. During the event, more than 4,000 people will ride this historic steam train. What makes this event especially exciting for children is that they are ridi... more

Located at the foot of the High Sierras, the ranch is at the crossroads of the Pony Express and the Emigrant Trails, now State Route 206. The place was settled in 1863 by Norwegian immigrants Nils Morrison and his wife Carrie S... more

This house was built in Washoe City by James D. Roberts in 1858. It was moved to Carson City in 1873 by Virginia & Truckee Railroad flat car. It represents a rare example of Gothic Revival architecture and is the oldest dwellin... more

The spa at Green Valley Ranch is in a class of its own! The spa's upscale and posh interiors transports you to a different world the minute you step in! Spread over 60,000 sq ft, the wooden floored lobby and a beautiful waterfa... more

Come to Pete and Shorty's is a fun sports bar located within the Hooters Casino Hotel. Here you can not only get a tasty meal, you can watch sports on any of the multiple 42-inch plasma screens and bet on the games, since the b... more

Formerly the Carson Brewing Company, this establishment is now home to such cultural treats as The King Street Gallery, operated by the members of the Nevada Artist's Association. Exhibits include oil painting, watercolor, acry... more

Visitors explore Nevada's history here through viewing a video on Nevada's admission to the Union, which is considered a major influence in the outcome of the Civil War; by reading the original state Constitution; or by touring... more