Research

Conducting Museum Research

To fulfill its mission to inspire and educate a diverse public about the history and natural history of Nevada, the museum collects materials that help document the history, pre-history, natural history, and geology of southern Nevada. The museum holds these collections in trust for all Nevadans, and researchers can request information about this material.


View Online Collections

Here you will find images of thousands of the museum’s artifacts, historical photographs, and information about manuscript collections.


Submit a Research Request

If you are unable to visit the museum, you can submit a research request online.


Cahlan Research Library

Learn about the museum’s research library and view the collection guide.