The Museum
Standing proudly at 1207 North Carson Street, the Foreman-Roberts House is one of Carson City’s most treasured landmarks and the home of the Carson City Historical Society. Built in 1859 and moved to its present location in 1873, this striking Gothic Revival cottage is the oldest surviving house in Nevada’s capital. Its steep gables, delicate gingerbread trim, and storybook charm recall an era when Carson City was young and bustling with promise.
Today, the Foreman-Roberts House serves as both a museum and a gathering place. Inside, visitors are invited to step back in time through thoughtfully curated exhibits that illuminate the lives, artifacts, and stories of the people who shaped Nevada’s history. Each room whispers of pioneer families, silver boom days, and the unfolding tale of a community that has endured and thrived in the shadow of the Sierra.
The surrounding park and carriage house provide space for events, lectures, teas, and exhibits that bring history alive for all ages. Whether you are a longtime resident, a new neighbor, or a curious traveler, the Foreman-Roberts House Museum offers a chance to connect with Carson City’s past in a truly personal way.
More than a building, the Foreman-Roberts House is a symbol of resilience, heritage, and community spirit—a place where the stories of Nevada live on.
The Foreman-Roberts House Museum, with its gables and gingerbread trim, is Carson City’s oldest surviving home—where echoes of pioneers, silver dreams, and Nevada’s enduring spirit still linger in every room.
