VIRGIN VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM

MESQUITE, NV

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The Virgin Valley Heritage Museum in Mesquite, NV is a small, but informative museum that showcases the rich history and culture of the Virgin Valley region. The museum is housed in a historic brick building, which was once the town’s first elementary school.

The museum’s exhibits cover a range of topics, including the area’s early settlers, mining history, and local geology. One of the museum’s most popular displays is the collection of locally mined minerals and rocks, which includes rare specimens of opal and agate.

Another highlight is the museum’s replica of an early 1900s general store, which gives visitors a glimpse into what life was like in the area during that time. Additionally, the museum features a large collection of historic photographs and artifacts that chronicle the region’s past.

Visitors to the museum can also take a self-guided walking tour of Mesquite’s historic downtown district, which includes several historic buildings and landmarks. The museum is open year-round and admission is free, although donations are appreciated. Overall, the Virgin Valley Heritage Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of Mesquite and the surrounding area.

VIRGIN VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in MESQUITE NV. US MID #8403200004

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

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VIRGIN VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM
31 W MESQUITE BLVD
MESQUITE
NV
89027

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VIRGIN VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM Information

MID # 8403200004
Name VIRGIN VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 36.804206, -114.068767
CODES FIPS State Code: 32
FIPS County Code: 003
US Census Tract: 007600
US Census Block: 4015