Press Releases

Today Governor Brian Sandoval and members of the Nevada Sesquicentennial Commission dedicated the two final legacy projects: the Incense Cedar planted in front of the Nevada State Capitol and the Nevada 150 Permanent Exhibit. The Calocedrus decurrens tree, more commonly known as the Incense Cedar, has been planted on the grounds of the Nevada State Capitol in honor of the Sesquicentennial. The tree is found predominantly in the western United States and will grow to a height of between 130-200... Read More

Carson City, Nev. – The Historical Marker Legacy Project, a part of Nevada’s year-long Sesquicentennial celebration of the State’s admission to the Union through more than 500 official, signature and legacy events, has been completed in record time thanks to the work of the Nevada 150 Commission, YESCO and other community partners. Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval announced the replacement of 116 historical markers throughout Nevada during an unveiling ceremony today at Historic Marker 40 – The Meadows – located within... Read More

Reno, Nev. – The Nevada 150 Foundation recently completed its final report on behalf of the Nevada Sesquicentennial Commission detailing the yearlong celebration. The report features photos and stories from throughout the year including details about fundraising, legacy projects, events, media coverage, partnerships with Nevadans, and much more. The final report is available on the Nevada 150 website for download. “From Nevada Day 2013 to Nevada’s 150th Birthday on October 31, 2014, Nevadans from all over the state came together... Read More

Today, the Nevada 150 Commission received official verification that Nevada has set the record for the “Most People Singing A State Song at Once” with 45,553 Nevadans participating. As one of the celebrations’ culminating events, #NevadaSings provided Nevadans an opportunity to join together throughout the state to demonstrate our state pride by singing a rendition of “Home Means Nevada.”  And we did!  Nevadans entered their video or photo proof singing with co-workers, friends, family, schools and businesses at more than... Read More

WHAT: #NevadaSings – Nevada to Set Record for Most People in an American State to Sing their State Song at the Same Time WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 30, 2014 10 a.m. WHERE: Various Locations Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki invites fellow Nevadans to join him, Gov. Brian Sandoval and the Nevada 150 Commission for #NevadaSings, a state-wide simultaneous sing along of “Home Means Nevada.”  On Thursday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m., Nevadans will join together to demonstrate their state pride by singing... Read More

Friday, October 31, 2014 at 10 a.m. in Downtown Las Vegas Carson City, Nev. – Las Vegas’ first and only Nevada Day Parade will have spectators along the historic 4th Street parade route looking to the sky as the Nevada Army National Guard kicks off the event with a Black Hawk helicopter flyover which will then be followed by five giant, up to 45-feet-high, helium balloons as part of the more than 150 entries confirmed to help close out the... Read More

Carson City, Nev. – Many celebrations are scheduled throughout the Silver State over Nevada Day weekend. These Nevada 150 events celebrate all things Nevada and help bring awareness to the 150th Anniversary of Statehood. The following events are held Oct. 31 through Nov. 2. Join together in song with Gov. Brian Sandoval, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki, , the Nevada 150 Commission and the rest of the state of Nevada for #NevadaSings!, a simultaneous sing along of “Home Means Nevada” on... Read More

WHAT: Nevada 150 Pony Express Delivery WHEN: Friday, Oct. 17, 2014 3:30 p.m. – Proclamation Delivery WHERE: Nevada State Capitol South Steps 101 N. Carson Street, Carson City, Nev. On Friday, Oct. 17, Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki will be on hand to accept a special delivery from Pony Express riders at 3:30 p.m. on the south steps of the Nevada State Capitol Building. In honor of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, the White Pine, Eureka, Lander, and Churchill County Commissions have each issued... Read More

Reno, Nev. – Today Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki announced one of the final Sesquicentennial initiatives and invited fellow Nevadans to join him, Gov. Brian Sandoval and the Nevada 150 Commission for #NevadaSings, a state-wide simultaneous sing along of “Home Means Nevada.” On Thursday, Oct. 30 at 10 a.m., Nevadans will join together to demonstrate their state pride by singing a rendition of “Home Means Nevada” in an attempt to set a record for the most people in an American state... Read More

Carson City, Nev. – Many celebrations are scheduled throughout the Silver State in the month of October. These Nevada 150 events celebrate all things Nevada and help bring awareness to the 150th Anniversary of Statehood. The following events are held Oct. 1 through 15. Celebrate 150 Years of Education in Nevada this Saturday, Oct. 4 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the historic Glendale Schoolhouse in Victorian Square in Sparks. “Mark Twain” will be joined by State and local... Read More

Elko, Nev. – Many commemorative pieces have been created in the past year in celebration of Nevada’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood but the Sesquicentennial Saddle, a legacy project, showcases craftsmanship from one of the oldest professions. Leather and saddle craftsman Armondo Delgado, of J.M. Capriola Co., spent roughly 600 hours hand crafting the one of a kind saddle and Nevada silversmith Mark Dahl, designed and created the silver work. The Capriola Weatherly, 6 flower hand crafted saddle features a full... Read More

Carson City, Nev. – As part of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial celebration Gov. Brian Sandoval has announced the fourth annual statewide poster and essay contest for Nevada school children. This year’s theme will celebrate Nevada’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood with the state motto “All for Our Country.” The contest, which is open to all Nevada school children, grades K through 12, in district, charter, private or home schools, includes four categories depending on grade level. Students in kindergarten through third grades should... Read More

WHAT: The Nevada Sesquicentennial-themed Harley-Davidson® to make appearance at National Championship Air Races this weekend in Reno WHEN:Friday, Sept. 12 through Sunday, Sept. 14, 2014  Welcome Ceremonies with Lt. Governor Brian Krolicki – Friday, Sept. 12, 11 a.m. WHERE:  National Championship Air Races Reno, Nev. The one-of-a-kind Nevada-Sesquicentennial-themed motorcycle, signed by Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval, will be introduced to northern Nevada at the National Championship Air Races during welcoming ceremonies on Friday, Sept. 12 at 11 a.m. Throughout the weekend,... Read More

Nevada 150 Events Held Throughout September Event application submission deadline Sept. 12 Carson City, Nev. – The deadline to submit applications for Official and Signature Nevada 150 events will be 5:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12. Over 400 events have been held across the Silver State since Nevada Day 2013, in celebration of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, with many more ahead. To submit an event application please visit www.Nevada150.org. For questions or additional information please contact Scott Carey, events and community relations manager,... Read More

WHAT:                 Nevada Sesquicentennial Union Pacific Battle Born Express – Heritage Train Ride WHEN:                 Thursday, Aug. 28 – Saturday, Aug. 30 WHERE:               Various locations throughout northern Nevada. Please see below for details. The Union Pacific Battle Born Express – Heritage Train will travel through northern Nevada, Aug. 28-30 in celebration of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial. The three-day event highlights Union Pacific’s significant role in Nevada’s journey to statehood and the heritage of the Silver State. Gov. Brian Sandoval and Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki... Read More

Sept. 22 All-Star Concert at The Smith Center Among Special Events Leading Up to Nevada Day 2014 Carson City, Nev. – The Smith Center will celebrate the Nevada Sesquicentennial with a concert event showcasing the Silver State’s very own entertainment featuring extraordinary performers from all around the state on Monday, September 22 at 7 p.m. at the Donald W. Reynolds Hall inside The Smith Center.  The star-studded event will feature artists, entertainers and celebrities who all call Nevada home. The... Read More

Final medallion design to be chosen by Nevadans Carson City, Nev. – Nevadans only have a few more days to cast their vote for the final Sesquicentennial medallion. On Wednesday, July 23 the Nevada Sesquicentennial Commission invited all Nevadans to participate in choosing the design for the fourth Sesquicentennial Commemorative Medallion. Voting ends this Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014. Participants have four choices that feature a broad range of images and topics representative of Nevada’s history and geography: Hoover Dam –... Read More

WHAT:                 Airport Send-Off for Northern Nevada Students Performing in Scotland   WHEN:              Tuesday, July 29, 2014 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM WHERE:           Reno-Tahoe International Airport Main Terminal 2001 E. Plumb Lane2001 E. Plumb Lane2001 E. Plumb Lane. Reno, Nev. Northern Nevada’s Sage Ridge School will be leaving Tuesday, July 29 to participate in the prestigious 2014 Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. The Reno-Tahoe International Airport is hosting a send-off ceremony to celebrate the students’ accomplishment in the Main Terminal near... Read More

One-time Only Event Helps to Cap Nevada’s 150th Yearlong Birthday Celebration in Southern Nevada Carson City, Nev. – The yearlong celebration of the 150th Anniversary of Nevada’s Statehood will culminate Nevada Day weekend with four parades set to take place in various locations around the state including Carson City, Elko, Virginia City and Las Vegas. In Southern Nevada, the final event to commemorate the establishment of our state will be Las Vegas’ first Nevada Day Parade in downtown along 4th... Read More

Carson City – Many celebrations are scheduled statewide in the month of July. These Nevada 150 events help celebrate all things Nevada and bring awareness to the state’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood. The following events are held July 1 through July 12. Since 2007 Red, White and Tahoe Blue has celebrated our country’s independence while promoting community spirit, local merchants and charitable causes. This year’s event takes place July 3-5 and includes over 28 events in Incline Village & Crystal... Read More

One winner will get license plate NV 0150 in celebration of the state’s 150th birthday CARSON CITY – The Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles is sponsoring a photography contest and the winner will receive a piece of Nevada history – the license plate that marks Nevada’s 150th anniversary. Nevada was admitted to the Union on October 31, 1864. The one-of-a-kind Nevada Sesquicentennial license plate number “NV 0150” will be awarded to one lucky winner on Thursday, October 30th, the day... Read More

New Nevada “State Pride” Movement Heads Up Initiative to Make it Possible Las Vegas – An official application to the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce seeking a Hollywood Walk of Fame star for Las Vegas was hand delivered by a team, led by “Elvis,” representing the “Battle Born Again” movement recently. If selected, the entertainment capital will be the first city to receive a Star on the internationally recognized Hollywood icon. Click here to see a video of “Elvis” and his... Read More

On June 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. the Chefs Food Fest will take place at the Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin. This special event celebrates giving back to those less fortunate while enjoying some of the best cuisine on the Colorado River. Majority of the proceeds will be donated to the River Fund Inc., a non-profit agency providing direct emergency and crisis services for individuals and families in Laughlin. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.laughlinchamber.com... Read More

What: Nevada Statehood Forever Stamp   When: 11 a.m., Thursday, May 29, 2014   Where: The Smith Center for the Performing Arts 361 Symphony Park Avenue   Who: U.S. Senator Harry Reid U.S. Senator Dean Heller Gov. Brian Sandoval Lt. Gov. Brian Krolicki USPS Board of Governor’s Vice Chair James Bilbray Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe     Background:                                     Possible Interviews:    ... Read More

Carson City — Many events are scheduled throughout the Silver State in the month of June. These Nevada 150 events help celebrate all things Nevada and bring awareness to the state’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood. The following are events held June 3 through June 15. Join the Historic Reno Preservation Society for the University Historic District Walking Tour at 6 p.m. on June 3. Visit Morrill Hall, MacKay School of Mines and the Keck Museum to learn the history of... Read More

Friday, May 30, 2014 11:00 a.m. – Media and Special Guests Viewing Nevada State Museum 600 N. Carson Street, Carson City, Nev. On Friday, May 30, Governor Brian Sandoval, Lt. Governor Brian Krolicki and Kirk Clausen from Wells Fargo, the official sponsor of the medallion program, will be joined by the Nevada 150 Commission and special guests, to strike Nevada’s third sesquicentennial silver medallion for the State’s 150th birthday celebration. The third design, selected by elementary age students throughout Nevada,... Read More

LAS VEGAS, NV – The Friends of the Fort, a non-profit organization that assists the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort, will be hosting Native American artists in a 4-part series. The first visiting artist, Shirley Nelson, is from Tuba City, Arizona, the heart of the Dine (Navajo) Nation. Nelson grew up the child of a single mother who supported her young family with simple beadwork earrings and other jewelry. She learned her craft at a very young age and is... Read More

Carson City, Nev. – Orders for the second design of the Nevada Sesquicentennial medallions will end at midnight on April 30. This design is the second of four different medallions which will be released at different dates throughout the Sesquicentennial year for purchase. The medallions have proven to be a popular item during the year-long celebration. More than 1,500 medallions have been sold since going on sale. The second medallion, depicting a Nevada miner on the front and the Nevada... Read More

All participants will be entered in drawing to win medallion Carson City, Nev. – In honor of Nevada’s 150th birthday, the Nevada Sesquicentennial Commission invites all elementary age children in Nevada to participate in choosing the design elements for the third Sesquicentennial medallion.  The medallion, third of four in the Sesquicentennial series being produced throughout the year, will feature the winning design elements as chosen by Nevada students.  Votes must be submitted to Lt. Governor Brian Krolicki’s office no later... Read More

Carson City — Many great events are scheduled throughout the Silver State in the month of April to celebrate Nevada’s Sesquicentennial.  These Nevada 150 events help celebrate all things Nevada and bring awareness to the state’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood. Dr. Holly Walton-Buchanan will give a lecture on April 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Faculty Graduate Room on the 4th floor of the Knowledge Center on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno.  Entitled “Land of the Buckaroo:... Read More

Carson City — Ticket sales have begun for the custom Nevada 150 commemorative state themed motorcycle celebrating the state’s Sesquicentennial anniversary.  The Harley-Davidson® bike was revealed as part of the Las Vegas Harley-Davidson® groundbreaking, where the winner will be announced at the store’s grand opening event on or about Nevada Day, Oct. 31, 2014. People now have the opportunity to enter to win the Nevada Sesquicentennial-themed motorcycle, the only design of its kind ever created.  The one-of-a-kind 2014 FLHX Harley-Davidson®... Read More

Carson City — Several events are planned throughout the Silver State to ring in the Sesquicentennial year.  These Nevada 150 events help celebrate all things Nevada and bring awareness to the state’s 150th Anniversary of Statehood. Women of Diversity Productions, Inc. is hosting “First Ladies First”, an afternoon conversation among the public with five former First Ladies of Nevada:  Kathryn List, Bonnie Bryan, Sandy Miller, Dema Guinn and Dawn Gibbons.  This historic event will take place on Jan. 11 at... Read More

Photo by Matt Brown of Nevada Magazine. Carson City — As part of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial celebration, Nevada 150 is pleased to announce the Inaugural Nevada State Balloon Champion Series.  For the first time in state history, a special trophy will be awarded to the balloon pilot who finishes with the most points from balloon races held throughout Nevada during the sesquicentennial year.  Between Jan. 25 – Oct. 31, series points will be gathered and determined by a representative from each... Read More

Carson City – As part of the upcoming Nevada Day celebrations and to help kick-off the celebration of Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, Governor Brian Sandoval today launched his annual statewide poster and essay contest for Nevada school children. This year’s theme focuses on Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, celebrating 150 years in statehood. The contest, which is open to all Nevada school children in grades K through 12, in district, charter, private or home schools, includes four categories depending on grade level. Students in grades... Read More

Carson City, NEV. – Nevada’s Sesquicentennial is celebrating Veterans Day with statewide events taking place throughout the week.  Nevada residents and visitors are invited to join the celebration and demonstrate patriotism by honoring those who have fought for Nevada and the Country’s freedoms.  Following is a listing of statewide Veterans Day events that kicks-off Nov. 8 and continue through Nov. 17: Nov. 8-10: Laughlin Veterans Festival.  Tropicana Hotel & Casino in Laughlin.  http://www.laughlinveteransfestival.com/ 702-795-7772. Nov. 8-10: Annual Veterans Day Powwow.... Read More

Carson City, NEV. – Nevada’s Sesquicentennial, a yearlong celebration commencing late October, will kick-off with a weeklong Nevada Day celebration and series of statewide events planned Oct. 24 – Nov. 3. Nevada residents and visitors are invited to participate in many of the first wave of events to celebrate 150 years of statehood. Nevada’s Sesquicentennial kick-off events include: Governor’s Nevada Day Banquet: On Thursday, Oct. 24 at 6:00 p.m., the Third Annual Governor’s Banquet will take place at the Grand... Read More

High Demand Calls for Subsequent Mintages Reno, Nev. – As Nevada’s first sesquicentennial commemorative silver medallion reaches a near sell-out of the first mintage, additional mintages of the medallion have been approved for further pre-orders. The first production date has been set for Friday, Oct. 25, the observance of Nevada Day, at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City, Nev. “While demand has been overwhelming and we are nearing a sell-out of the first design of the sesquicentennial medallions for... Read More

Reno. NEV. — As Nevada gears up for its year-long celebration commemorating the 150th anniversary of statehood, the Nevada 150 statewide planning committee is seeking to identify interested marketing and merchandising-related professional services and consultants for consideration by the Statewide Commission for opportunities related to the Sesquicentennial Celebration. All qualified Nevada-based businesses that specialize in fundraising, public relations/communications, merchandising and website development are invited to participate in a request for qualifications and proposals. The current statewide planning committee will begin... Read More