Nevada State Museum Tours and Tickets

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• Skip the Line: Springs Preserve in Las Vegas Admission Ticket

Tickets to the Las Vegas location of the Nevada State Museum cost US$18.95 for adults and US$10.95 for children ages 3-17. Admission for Nevada residents is US$9.95 for adults and US$4.95 for children ages 3-17. This also includes access to Springs Preserve, known for its botanical garden, walking trails, and desert wildlife.

The Nevada State Museum interprets the state’s history—from the forming of the region during ancient times to the present. Highlights include exhibits on the state's geology and miners, Indigenous cultures, Nevada’s atomic testing program, the Hoover Dam, and even costumes from casino productions. The museum also hosts temporary exhibits such as “The Old Spanish Trail: Connecting a Network of Paths.”

Yes, the Nevada State Museum is suitable for kids and regularly hosts school field trips. Many displays encourage interaction, such as the fossil and geology exhibits that let children explore Nevada’s ancient past. The museum often hosts family-friendly workshops, scavenger hunts, and guided tours designed for young visitors.

Yes, the museum is wheelchair accessible, with ramps and elevators for visiting the building’s multiple levels. You’ll also find wide pathways within the galleries and exhibit areas. Plus, most of Springs Preserve, where the museum is located, is also wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs are available to borrow at the museum on a first come, first-served basis.

The amount of time it takes to tour the Nevada State Museum depends on your level of interest and whether you explore all the exhibits. You can browse key exhibits in 1–1.5 hours, but a standard visit lasts about 2–3 hours. If you plan on reading the displays, watching videos, and engaging in the interactive exhibits, set aside about 3–4 hours.