White Pine Public Museum

The White Pine Public Museum, established in 1959, is a must-visit attraction in Ely, Nevada. With a wide variety of exhibits, including the bones of two giant short-faced bears, mineral collections, Indian artifacts, and natural history displays, there is something for everyone to enjoy. The museum also features the Historical McGill Drug Store, a time capsule that remains as it was in the heydays of the town of McGill. Funding for the museum relies on membership fees, donations, gift shop sales, and grants, and it is operated by volunteers and two part-time staff.

White Pine County, where the museum is located, has a rich history that dates back to the Shoshone Indians. The area experienced a boom in the late 1800s with the discovery of gold, silver, and lead, but mining eventually declined. Today, the county's economy is based on mining, the Ely State Prison, federal offices, and tourism. The White Pine Public Museum offers visitors a chance to explore this unique history, from the original one-room schoolhouse from Baker, Nevada, to the Cherry Creek Depot, a step back in time to the era of railway travel. Whether you're interested in natural history, local heritage, or simply want to immerse yourself in the past, a visit to the White Pine Public Museum is a must.

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