The city of Winnemucca calls itself the "Crossroads of the West". The city has a pleasant high desert climate and has done a fine job of restoring and preserving its 19th Century architecture. Winnemucca boasts of over 1000 hotel rooms and is a great spot to base yourself to explore the surrounding hiking, biking, and ATV trails.
For those who always wanted to be a cowboy, the Buckaroo Hall of Fame is the place to go when in Winnemucca. Here visitors will find an overwhelming assortment of cowboy paraphernalia including hats, boots, ropes, and surprisingly, sculptures and drawings. The Buckaroo Hall of Fame also has interesting displays on some of North America's most famous cowboys.
The Humboldt Museum is located in the town of Winnemucca and overlooks the Humboldt River. The museum's collection is comprised mainly of Native American artifacts, old Pioneer memorabilia, old bottles, and many other interesting items. The Humboldt Museum has a special focus on the local history of the town and surrounding areas.
Address: Humboldt Museum, 175 Jungo Road, Winnemucca, NV 89446-0819, United States
Phone: 1 (702) 623-2912, Fax: 1 (702) 623-5640
Hours:
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Donations are accepted.
The museum has maps available for visitors to explore the town's historical sites.
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