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Attractions

Comstock History Center

The Comstock History Center’s permanent exhibit features the original Virginia & Truckee Railroad steam engine, No. 18, “Dayton” and several historic photographs and images depicting the Comstock area during its heydays of 1859 – 1890.  The attached info sheet highlights the working career and some statistics about the “Dayton” steam engine and tender car.

Admission: No admission charged, but donations are greatly appreciated.

Special Events: Currently featuring an exhibit on loan from the Nevada State Museum entitled, “Havens in a Heartless World”. The exhibit features numerous historical artifacts and accompanying information recovered during the archeological exploration of four historic Virginia City saloons that operated during the late 1800s.


Dates and Hours of Operations

Hours:10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Days of Operation:Thursday - Sunday

Location

Contact:Jeff Wood, Museum Manager
20 North E. Street (Corner of E St. and Union St.)
Virginia City, NV 89440

Phone:(775) 847-0419

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