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High Noon – Thurs, Feb 21

High Noon: Shootout with Neal Cobb
Thursday, February 21, 2019
Noon

Video Series – Old Tales of Nevada
Ice Harvesting
10/05/2011

Guest speaker Tom Macaulay will join us for discussion (weather dependent)

Synopsis: Have you ever wondered how ice was harvested in the past?  Ice was an important commodity in the Comstock and across the country to keep things cool prior to electricity.Historically, there were a number of different techniques and tools used to harvest ice.  Come learn more about this fascinating topic on Feb 21st, 2019.

As always, Neal will answer questions after the program.

Admission is $5 for adults; free for children 17 and younger and for Nevada Historical Society members. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early as seating is limited in our Events Space. For details, call 688-1190.