Genoa Attractions
The town of Genoa was the first permanent settlement in the state of Nevada. The town was settled around the middle of the 19th Century and became an important trading post. Some attractions in town include the Genoa Cemetery, the Courthouse Museum, and the infamous Hanging Tree.
Genoa Courthouse Museum
The Genoa Courthouse museum was built in 1865 and has been refurbished to its original glory. The courthouse has served many purposes over the years and in 1978 it was officially converted to a museum. Exhibits in the Genoa Courthouse Museum include a courtroom, blacksmith shop, a jail, and a special exhibit on John "Snowshoe" Thompson, "Mailman of the Sierra".
Mormon Station State Historic Park
Mormon Station State Historic Park is located near the town of Genoa. This park is a pleasant spot to spend a few hours under the shady trees having a nice picnic. Mormon Station State Historic Park features a replica trading post outfitted to appear as it would have in 1851. Also on site is a small museum.
