Pyramid Lake Museum & Visitor Center

Pyramid Lake Museum & Visitor Center Ki Nasoomoowakwatu
(Never to be Forgotten) Our mission is to educate the public about the native perspective of Numu history.

We promote respect and understanding to show that the Numu have lived at Pyramid Lake for thousands of years and continue to thrive and honor our ancestors and sacred water

The Museum is pleased to announce that historical photos are now available for purchase. Visitors are invited to browse ...
06/04/2026

The Museum is pleased to announce that historical photos are now available for purchase. Visitors are invited to browse our collection, which includes new additions and rare finds. Additionally, we offer a selection of last-minute graduation gifts in our gift shop.
Our current hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

On this Day:June 2, 1860 (Second Battle of Pyramid Lake): The combined volunteer and U.S. Army force engaged the Paiute ...
06/02/2026

On this Day:

June 2, 1860 (Second Battle of Pyramid Lake): The combined volunteer and U.S. Army force engaged the Paiute near Pyramid Lake. While the Native forces fought defensively to allow their elders, women, and children to safely retreat north, superior military firepower forced them to withdraw.

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06/02/2026

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06/02/2026

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We just need in hand by June 10th. Share with your friends family kids boy & girl Scouts eve, JROTC, students.

On this trip you can right too a WWII veteran. Tony was in Patton’s Army

Thank You Indian Nations Gaming & Governance Program
06/02/2026

Thank You Indian Nations Gaming & Governance Program

Stewart Father's Day PowwowFree AdmissionJune 19-21, 20265500 Synder Ave. Carson City, NV
05/28/2026

Stewart Father's Day Powwow
Free Admission
June 19-21, 2026
5500 Synder Ave. Carson City, NV

05/28/2026

MMIP- Missing Murder Indigenous People.

We Honor those that will never be forgotten.

05/24/2026

On this day:

May 24, 1860: The Washoe Regiment forms. In response to widespread panic, Colonel John C. "Jack" Hays mobilized over 500 volunteers, reinforced by 104 U.S. Army regulars from California, to launch a counter-offensive.

On this day:May 21, 1860: Upset by the militia's defeat, Paiute warriors increasingly raided Pony Express stations in we...
05/21/2026

On this day:

May 21, 1860: Upset by the militia's defeat, Paiute warriors increasingly raided Pony Express stations in western Nevada, severely disrupting cross-country mail and telegraph services.

Memorial Day we will be Closed May 25, 2026. As we remember and honor the military personnel who died while serving in t...
05/20/2026

Memorial Day we will be Closed May 25, 2026. As we remember and honor the military personnel who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.

We will reopen May 26, 2026 at 10am- 430pm

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709 State Street
Nixon, NV
89424

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm

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