Mormon Station State Historic Park
P.O. Box 302
Genoa, NV 89411
(775) 782-2590
mormonstation_dangbergranch@parks.nv.gov

   Mormon Station is the site of Nevada's first permanent nonnative settlement.  A replica of the original trading post built in 1851 houses a small museum with relics of pioneer days.  Picnic and group facilities are available.   Mormon Station is located in the small town of Genoa, 12 miles south of Carson City via U.S. 395 and State Route 206.



visitors attending an interpretive program under the big tree in the stockade
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Annual programs and activities include: July 4th, "Pops in the Park" with the Sierra Philharmonic Orchestra; September, The Candy Dance Arts & Crafts Festival is always the last full weekend in Septermber (September 27-28, 2008); The Sierra Mormon Pioneers(June 21, 2008) provides a one-day living history re-enactment.



Facilities & Amenities

Museum and Stockade

Open daily from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (early May through mid-October)
  • Exhibits tell the colorful history of Mormon Station and the nearby area.
  • The museum admission is $1 adult and children 12 and under are free.  The stockade is free to the public for self guided tours


    • Replica of the early log trading post


Picnic
Picnic tables and grills are provided under large shade trees. Picnickers may also spread their blankets out on the lawn.

Group Area
The group pavilion accommodates up to 300 people and is available on a reservation-only basis.  The site is perfect for weddings, family reunions, barbecues, retirement parties and more.  Electricity, a sink, a large counter, barbecue and eight picnic tables are provided.  The pavilion area may be reserved from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm.  Reservation are required. User fees range from $100-300, depending upon the number of guests.  Parking is limited.

Volunteers in Parks
Nevada State Parks actively recruits volunteers to assist within individual parks. If you are interested in volunteering at Mormon Station, please contact the park office at (775) 782-2590. What can you do? Here are some ideas:
  • Museum docent
  • Exhibit research
  • Take or transcribe oral histories
  • Write a grant
  • Sew
  • Prepare an exhibit
  • Plant flowers, pull weeds
  • Plan a program
Reminders:
Please make your visit, and that of other more enjoyable by observing the following:

  1. Pets are not allowed.
  2. Tree climbing is not allowed.
  3. Please respect wildlife.
  4. All artifacts are protected by state law.
  5. Please use trash receptacles.
Photos of the past.

Replica bed Piano played at nearby bar for Pony Express Riders
Wheels that crossed the countrywashing machine



A statue of mountain man and mail carrier Snowshoe Thompson is view in front of the fort.

Statue of mountain man and mail carrier Snowshoe Thompson

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