Adult’s Chair Yoga @ the Museum Get your energy flowing by joining us for this 8 week program of chair yoga. What is Chair Yoga? Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing on the ground while using the chair for support. Benefits of chair […]
Kids Yoga @ the Museum Help your kids build their bodies and minds by joining us for an 8 week program of kids yoga in collaboration with Om Shanti Kids. There are many benefits of teaching young children yoga and they all have a positive impact on children’s well-being. Yoga helps children manage their anxiety. […]
Write the Story You Haven’t Told Join us whether you are new to storytelling or a seasoned writer – and Write the Story You Haven’t Told – yet! Why attend? Wherever you are on your writing journey, instructor Joylynn M. Ross will meet you there, and then help get you to your final destination of […]
Nevada State Museum plans exhibit, lectures for Black History Month Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas will be celebrating Black History Month with a new, large-scale photography exhibit and a series of lectures throughout February. The exhibit, “Obsidian & Neon: Celebrating Black Life and Identity in Las Vegas”, is a photo-narrative exhibition of large-scale black-and-white photography […]
Exhibition Opening Reception & Panel Discussion Saturday, August 12 at 1 PM – 3 PM The Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas is proud to present a new exhibition celebrating the extraordinary artistry of costume designer Pete Menefee. A multiple Emmy-Award-winning costume designer, Pete Menefee is famed for his inimitable work with musical superstars, variety productions, […]
Kids of all ages are invited to join us in the Education Room on Saturday afternoons from 12 to 5 pm to enjoy hands-on, drop-in activities. Families can explore Nevada topics through demonstrations, activities, and art projects. No registration is required, and programs are free with regular museum admission. For more information, please call 702-822-8746 […]
April 11th, 2017 11:30 a.m. Pioneering Las Vegas History and NSMLV present a discussion about the history of Las Vegas High School. Joined by alumni, moderator Joe Thomson will explore issues of historic preservation and community identity. April 11th, 2017 11:30 a.m. $15 for lunch Please RSVP to Joe at thomsoj2@unlv.edu 702-656-8738
Fossil Mammoths of Southern Nevada Dr. Stephen Rowland, UNLV Saturday, April 8th, 2017 2:00 PM Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas 309 S. Valley View Blvd. April is Paleontology Awareness Month in Nevada, and to celebrate Dr. Stephen Rowland will present a lecture on fossil mammoths. Join us to hear what scientists are learning from the […]
Crystal Van Dee and Ilana Short, museum curators, will show you how to preserve your family photos for future generations. Participants will learn about different digital formats and ways to record and store digital images. Admission is $5 at the door and free for Friends of NSMLV. January 21, 2017 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm […]
Showgirls, Showgirls, Showgirls, as in what are they are wearing. Karan Feder shares her expertise concerning costuming in relation to the elaborate production shows with a special emphasis “Les Folies Bergere.” Nevada State Museum, 309 South Valley View Blvd. Tuesday, January 10th, 2017 11:30 am Cost for lunch $15.00, cash only please Please RSVP […]
