Eureka, Nevada is one of those old towns that sits like a time capsule. Within its city limits you'll find one of the most pristine and well-preserved historic towns in Nevada! From hotels to government buildings, cultural gathering places, and more, Eureka is a living museum that will transport you back to the town’s earliest days. See where you can soak up some rich history in this old mining town today.
Eureka, Nevada has a historic marker or building at nearly every turn! Nowhere is this truer than along Lincoln Highway, the main road that cuts right through the town.
While historic towns are no stranger to Nevada, Eureka is special in that it has more preserved buildings than most. This is due to the flow of money into the town – enough to keep it afloat while never enough to tear down the old buildings we can admire today.
One of the best places to see when in Eureka is the bright red Opera House. Built in 1880, the auditorium and convention center underwent a full restoration in 1993.
Hop over to the adjacent Jackson House Hotel (now called the Eureka Gold Country Inn) originally built in 1877 and still serving lucky patrons.
With a grand hall that can hold up to 300 people, as well as additional meeting rooms, this historic venue offers elegance with its history. Amazingly, the Opera House is the site of many masquerade balls, and even silent films long ago.
Eureka residents continue to enjoy many events throughout the year at the Eureka Opera House.
Next, find yourself on Monroe Street in Eureka to see the historic Colonnade Hotel. This still operating hotel was built all the way back in 1880, during the first mining boom that started it all.
You can stay overnight at the Colonnade Hotel! Find chic and modern spaces for rent inside.
Not far from the hotel is the Eureka County Courthouse. Built in 1879, this courtroom still functions as the district court for the county.
Inside the Eureka County Courthouse is original detailed woodworking as well as an ornate tin ceiling.
And last, but not least, is the Sentinel Museum housed within the historic Eureka Sentinel Building. Up until 1960, the Eureka Sentinel Building produced the area’s newspaper.
Step inside the Sentinel Museum to smell the ink and paper in the vintage printing shop exhibit. There is plenty more to see at the museum which is open to the public.
There are plenty more historic buildings to see in this charming small town! If you find yourself traveling along Highway 50 through Nevada, take the time to stop in Eureka, NV. It is sure to surprise you in a good, old-fashioned way. The Surestay Hotel by Best Western is located right on Main Street, so it's close to all the things to do in Eureka, Nevada.
Have you visited Eureka or other historic towns in Nevada? Which do you love to see again and again? Comment below to let us know!
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