![[A graphic advertising the show using old-timey fonts and featuring pictures of other Chautauquas. Text reads “The Churchill County Museum Presents the Second Annual Chautauqua Theatre. Saturday October 12th at 3pm at the Fallon Theatre. ‘Nevada’s Pioneering Spirits!’ Pam Duarte as Alice Ramsey, Mel Glover as Willie Capucci, Tom Jones as I.H. Kent, Jennie Mader as Mary Saisy Allen, Glen Perazzo as Sam Short, Jessica Rowe as Ada Keddie, and Deb Stewart as Dr. Virginia Smith. General admission presale $20 ($10ccma). Seniors, Military, and Children under 12 presale: $14 ($7.50 CCMA), All tickets $25 on the day of event!”]](https://i0.wp.com/www.ccmuseum.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/chautauqua-01.jpg?resize=360%2C240&ssl=1)
Last year’s Chautauqua was an overwhelming success, so we’re bringing it back with even more performers! See our seven Chautauquans take on the personas of a few of Nevada’s Pioneering Spirits and share the stories of people who made great strides in our community. Performance will be at the Fallon Read more…
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Our newest exhibit invites you to walk in the footsteps of pioneers as you learn about what it was like on the Emigrant Trail. Packed with hands-on activities, Trails and Tribulations both gives a solid introduction to overland travel for those unfamiliar with the topic as well as providing trivia Read more…
We’re finally ready to announce our full lecture series lineup! Join us on Tuesdays at 6pm to learn all about Nevada’s Pioneering Spirit. Also, keep your eyes peeled for more information on tickets for our Adult Chautauqua program, which will take place on October 12th!
Do you knit, crochet, or do other needlework or fiber crafts? Stop by the museum Tuesday mornings or Thursday afternoons to join the Yarn Crew! This social and work group is always looking for more crafters to join them in a relaxed and friendly environment. We hope to see you Read more…
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There’s a lot of our collection that visitors don’t see, as there simply isn’t enough space in the museum, and keeping them off display helps preserve them for future generations. Our newest exhibit, “Preserving our History,” talks about how we store these collections and showcases some of our newest acquisitions!