High Noon – Our Nevada Stories: Oral History Project for America250 – Nevada (Virtual Zoom)

High Noon
December 18, 2025
Noon

Register for this Lecture:  https://events.washoecountylibrary.us/event/15493028

Brad McMullen, NAC Folklorist

Title: Our Nevada Stories: Oral History Project for America250 – Nevada

Speaker: Bradford McMullen, Folklife Specialist, Nevada Arts Council, Las Vegas, and State of Nevada Folklorist

Talk Summary: Every Nevadan has a story, and Brad McMullen is interested in hearing as many of them as he can. As part of Nevada’s America250 celebration, Brad has been traveling the state collecting stories from longtime locals, new Nevadans, community leaders, creatives, historians, and everyday people with something to say, as well as asking people to submit their own stories to share. These stories are being edited into podcasts that will be airing in 2026, and the archives will open soon for people to explore. If you’re looking to learn more about how to either share your own story or listen to others, this is the talk for you.

American 250

American250 – Nevada: America250 marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. During this milestone year, we have an opportunity to reflect on our heritage, celebrate our accomplishments, and dream of the future we want. America250 Nevada honors our state’s role in making this great nation with a 6-month-long celebration.

Nevada Arts Council: The University Archives was established as part of the library system to systematically collect and maintain records, documents, and publications that reflect the historical and operational aspects of UNR and its colleges. The archives are dedicated to ensuring the preservation of significant materials related to the university’s diverse history and its role in the regional and cultural landscape of Nevada

Our Nevada Stories: Our Nevada Stories initiative is part of the state of Nevada’s America 250 celebration. A joint effort between the Nevada Arts Council and the Nevada Division of Museums and History, the initiative is collecting the stories of Nevadans around the state to celebrate Nevada’s role in our country’s past, present, and future. Our Nevada Stories — America 250 Nevada