Upcoming Events
Petra Keller & Dee Beardsley Tell the Story of The Pony Express
**Due to increased ticket sales, the event will be moved to a larger venue. If you’re planning to attend or have already purchased tickets or made reservations, please watch for an email with updated details.The Carson City Historical Society invites you to an exciting and richly illustrated evening of Western history at our upcoming lecture, “Mail, Mochilas, and Miles: Carson City and the Pony Express.” Join us as respected Pony Express historians and re-riders Petra Keller and Dee Beardsley bring to life one of the most daring and iconic chapters in American history while highlighting Nevada’s vital role in keeping the nation connected. Though the Pony Express operated for only 18 months between 1860 and 1861, it captured the imagination of a country divided by distance and standing on the brink of Civil War, delivering mail nearly 2,000 miles in just 10 days — an astonishing accomplishment for its time. Stations across Nevada Territory, including those near Carson City, served as critical links in this high-speed communication network, and Keller and Beardsley will explore the ingenious mochila mail system, the demanding relay schedule, the real dangers riders faced, and the enduring legacy the Express left behind. Their firsthand knowledge as modern re-riders adds depth and authenticity to this remarkable story of grit, endurance, and national ambition. Whether you are a devoted history enthusiast or simply intrigued by the legends of the Old West, this engaging presentation promises vivid storytelling, fascinating historical insight, and a deeper understanding of how communication helped shape America’s expansion westward. Admission is free for Carson City Historical Society members and $10 for non-members. Seating is limited and reservations are required. For tickets and information, visit CCHistorical.org or call 775-315-9111. Join us and experience the speed, courage, and determination that once thundered across Nevada’s landscape.
Teacups & Tulips: A Delightful Victorian Springtime Tea Gathering
Join us on Saturday, April 11th, from 1:00–3:00 PM, at the Carriage House of the Foreman-Roberts House Museum, 1207 N. Carson Street, for the first of our three delightful Victorian Teas of the season. Step most gracefully into the splendor of spring and a gentler century, where amid lace and laughter you shall partake of fragrant fine teas, tender scones lavishly crowned with rich clotted cream, bright lemon curd, and jeweled preserves, artfully prepared savory finger sandwiches, delicate sweet confections, and a sparkling flute of champagne raised in cheerful salute to the season’s return. This intimate and refined gathering recalls the elegance of a proper nineteenth-century reception, where conversation sparkles as brightly as crystal, and following our repast, guests shall enjoy a guided promenade through the historic Foreman-Roberts House, where the stories of Carson City linger in every gracious room. Victorian attire is warmly encouraged—feathers, gloves, and finery most welcome—though modern dress shall be received with equal delight. Seating is limited, advance purchase is required, and for further particulars, kindly telephone 775-315-9111. We await the pleasure of your company. 🌷🫖
