Research Group Meets at Carson City Library
Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012

The Carson City Research Group will meet on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at the Carson City Library.

The Research Group meetings are free and open to the public. They are hosted by Sue Ballew, "Past Pages" writer, and Eleanor Kolbe, researcher.

Mike Thomas to Speak on "George Washington, American Hero"
Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012

Mike Thomas will give a presentation entitled "George Washington, American Hero" on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2012, (Washington's birthdate) from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the Carson City Library. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. This slide-show lecture examines the life of the "Father of Our Country." It is the story of a gentleman farmer who stepped up and served his country when it needed him the most. You will see why his life demonstrates the true meaning of the phrase, "Duty, Honor, Country."

Mike Thomas is a popular lecturer who provides History & Science presentations in the Northern Nevada & Northern California region. He is the President of the Western Nevada Astronomical Society, which is the operating group for the Jack C. Davis Observatory at Western Nevada College. Mr. Thomas is known for his entertaining & educational programs.

The lecture is sponsored by the Carson City Historical Society and is free and open to the general public. For information, call 775-887-8865.

Victorian Fashion Show
Sunday, March 11, 2012

Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 11, 2012, 3-6 p.m. to attend the third annual Oh, My Bonnets and Bustles! Fashion Show held at the Nevada State Museum. Tickets are $30 and will be available beginning Feb. 1, 2012, at the Nevada State Museum store. Only 90 tickets will be sold in order to maximize the experience for attendees, so make sure to get yours soon! Proceeds will benefit the Friends of the NSM and the Carson City Historical Society.

The event will highlight women's fashions from the 1850s through the early 20th century, roughly the same time period that Queen Victoria reigned in Britain Ð hence the "Victorian" Era. The fashions for the event come from the collection of Tina Davis-Hersey and Carolyn Davis. The collection includes original outfits as well as costumes created by the mother-daughter duo from historic patterns. The show will follow a series of vignettes of daily Victorian life, from dressing in the morning to dancing in the evening.

The Museum's most recent exhibition, Dress and Designer, features the inaugural ball gowns worn by First Lady Kathleen Sandoval and designed by fashion designer and UNR art professor Virginia Vogel. Mrs. Sandoval had two gowns made, one she wore to the ball in Las Vegas and the other in Reno. Both gowns use the same fabric, with similar skirts, but the design and cut of each bodice and jacket are very different.

Curator Jan Loverin of the Marjorie Russell Textile Center has installed two cases featuring women's winter wear from the 1910s and 1920s, located in the slot machine gallery. Dramatic in black and white, each case features beautiful black silk velvet outerwear and accessories.

A reception with refreshments and raffle will follow the show. Music will be provided by the Silver Strings, a quartet of musicians from the Carson City Symphony. Guests are encouraged to dress in period costume for the event.

Contact Tina Davis-Hersey at 671-2364 for further information.

Research Group Meets at Carson City Library
Saturday, March 17, 2012

The Carson City Research Group will meet on Saturday, March 17, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at the Carson City Library.

The Research Group meetings are free and open to the public. They are hosted by Sue Ballew, "Past Pages" writer, and Eleanor Kolbe, researcher.

Research Group Meets at Carson City Library
Saturday, April 21, 2012

The Carson City Research Group will meet on Saturday, April 21, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at the Carson City Library.

The Research Group meetings are free and open to the public. They are hosted by Sue Ballew, "Past Pages" writer, and Eleanor Kolbe, researcher.

Research Group Meets at Carson City Library
Saturday, May 19, 2012

The Carson City Research Group will meet on Saturday, May 19, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at the Carson City Library.

The Research Group meetings are free and open to the public. They are hosted by Sue Ballew, "Past Pages" writer, and Eleanor Kolbe, researcher.

House Tour
Sunday, June 17, 2012

The Carson City Historical Society invites you to tour several historic properties on Sunday, June 17, 2012. Details are pending.

Beginning with February 2012, CCHS board meetings are held the second Monday of each month at 1:30 p.m. at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum.

If you are interested in being put on the CCHS e-mail list, please send an e-mail to Dcbugli@aol.com and put "CCHS Membership Addition" in the subject line. We will inform you about upcoming events of the Society via e-mail.