Start your arts and culture trip off right by fueling up at Comma Coffee, where artwork covers almost every inch of wall-space and the food is not only delicious, but the decor is also truly unique. Whether you pop-in for a quick breakfast on the go or dine in with a delicious egg breakfast, they have many delicious options to get your arts and culture trip off to the perfect start.
After your bellies are full and you’re ready to immerse yourself in arts and culture, head over to Stewart Indian School Cultural Center and Museum. Outside of the wonderful state museums, Stewart Indian School stands out as a mecca for American Indian culture making Carson City the best destination for art lovers. The Stewart Indian School served as the only off-reservation Indian boarding school in Nevada from 1890 through 1980, and its stone buildings are an icon of education and life for many American Indians in the West. In 1985 the school was listed in the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District and is currently managed by the State of Nevada. Enjoy the Cultural Center & Museum or take the self-guided audio tour while you're there.
Carson City has so much to offer when it comes to arts and culture. The best way to spend your arts and culture trip in Carson City is through our many events held throughout the year. Be sure to check the events calendar while planning your trip.
After soaking in Native culture and learning about the history of the Stewart Indian School, head back to our downtown area, where many shops welcome visitors to enjoy the work of local artists. Start off at the Brewery Arts Center, a hub for local art in Carson City and the best destination for art lovers. On the back side of the building– on Division Street– enjoy an incredible mural with a perfect photo op. Stand inside the strings of the marionette for an Insta-Worthy shot. Carson City is home to a handful of additional murals downtown, a perfect travel destination for art lovers. Every year we host a Murals and Music Festival where talented local artists help us paint murals live throughout the city.
If that isn’t quite enough for your artsy heart, go down Curry Street to Charlie B's Gallery and enjoy plenty of beautiful artwork and the unique Vasefinder Museum. Enjoy plenty of other unique shops downtown all along Curry and Carson Street.
When lunch time rolls around, we recommend driving over to Villa Basque Cafe, a wonderful family-owned restaurant celebrating the prevalent Basque culture and food in Northern Nevada.
Exploring the Kit Carson Trail is the perfect way to end your arts and culture trip in Carson City. Stop by the Visitor's Center at 716 N. Carson St. for a map to take the 2.5 mile self-guided walking/driving tour of the Historic West Side. Learn more about the history and culture of Carson City through the history of its oldest, most-storied homes like the Governor's Mansion, Mark Twain's brother's home, the house where John Wayne shot his last movie, and more! Carson City truly is one of the most historic cities in Nevada, making it the perfect travel destination for art lovers and history buffs alike.
After the tour, a great dinner option is The Basil for Thai Food lovers or San Marcos Grill is known for its great Mexican food and tequila selection.
Whether your day was filled with historic downtown strolls, local craft flavors, hidden gems in the Sierra, or all of the above, we’ve got the perfect basecamp for you to recharge and stay a while.
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