HSDV Events

Special Events

General Membership Meeting and Lecture: “Fort Churchill and Buckland Station: Past, Present, Future”

When: Thursday, November 21; Doors open at 6:30; Lecture starts at 7:00 pm

Where: Dayton Valley Community Center
170 Pike Street
Dayton, NV 89403 United States (Google Map)

This is the general membership meeting of the Historic Society of Dayton Valley. Each meeting includes brief announcements concerning activities of the Society and a “History Moment” on a historical topic. At this meeting, we will also have a report on the Nevada Museums Association (NMA) conference.

This meeting’s guest lecturer will be Kristen Sanderson, speaking on “Fort Churchill and Buckland Station: Past, Present, Future”.  Kristin Sanderson has been the interpretive park ranger at Fort Churchill State Historic Park and Buckland Station for ten years. A proud fourth-generation Nevadan, she was born and raised in Sparks, and has stayed true to her western roots: living, working, and attending schools in Montana, California, New Mexico, Nevada, and Arizona.

An interpretive park ranger since 2003, Kristin has had the privilege of working in many beautiful and diverse places including Yosemite National Park, Mojave National Preserve, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Santa Fe National Forest, and Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Kristin believes that connecting individuals with state parks and public lands through education and interpretation helps them form lasting attitudes of appreciation, understanding, and responsibility.

Elections for the board of directors will not be held this year as each candidate was running unopposed.  Therefore, the board of directors for next year shall be:

        • President:                 Gloria Manning
        • Vice President:        Linda Clements
        • Secretary:                 Becca Krach
        • Treasurer:                  Glenn Sidener
        • Directors at Large:  Vicki Kinney and Janet Steeper

For more information, contact the Secretary, Becca Krach; Email: secretary@hsdv.org

2024 Annual Celebration Party and Awards Banquet

When: Friday, December 6; Doors open at 6; Dinner at 6:30

Cost: $25 per person

Dinner Menu:

        • Orange cranberry pork loin with creamy sun-dried tomato pasta and bacon wrapped asparagus
        • Dinner rolls
        • Roasted butternut squash salad with apple vinaigrette
        • Vegetarian Option: Creamy savory Au Poivre portabella mushroom
        • Dessert: Caramel brownie bites

Where: Dayton Valley Community Center
170 Pike Street
Dayton, NV 89403 United States (Google Map)

We hope everyone can join us in our Annual Celebration Party and Awards Banquet. There will be a catered dinner, presentation of this year’s awards, and time to socialize with friends — both old and new!  More information coming soon, but Save the Date, You don’t want to miss this festive evening.

For more information, contact the President, Gloria Manning; Email: president@hsdv.org

Recurring Events

Monday Evening Bingo

When: Every Monday Evening 6-9 pm; Doors open at 5

Where: Dayton Valley Community Center
               170 Pike Street
               Dayton, NV 89403 United States (Google Map)

Looking for a fun evening out? Come join us for Bingo!
Game packs are $10 and include the 3 warm-up games, 8 regular games, and the Double Action Blackout.
Other games include:
– FREE Stand-up/Last Man Standing Bingo
– Progressive Special Bingo
– Bonanza Blackout
– Fun Tabs
– Speedee Bingo
– FREE Raffle Door Prize Drawings
The payouts are based on a percentage of money collected. Must be 21 to play.
Free coffee is available and you are welcome to bring your own snacks.
For more information, please contact Gloria at 775-508-9043.
All proceeds benefit the Historical Society of Dayton Valley.

Dayton Museum

When: Every Saturday 10 am – 4 pm and Every Sunday 1 – 4 pm

Where: Dayton Museum
               135 Shady Lane
               Dayton, NV 89403 United States (Google Map)

Visit the Dayton Museum at the town’s 1865 schoolhouse to discover the culture, the tools used by the pioneers, their lifestyles and names of many who settled in Dayton 174 years ago! Remember to ring the 1863 school bell shipped to Dayton from Sheffield, England when the school opened.

For more Information, call the museum at 775-246-6316.

TEMPORARILY ON HOLD — Railroad Committee Mtg — TEMPORARILY ON HOLD

WHEN NOT ON HOLD: First Thursday of each month, 7-8 pm

Where: Dayton Valley Community Center
               170 Pike Street
               Dayton, NV 89403 United States (Google Map)

The Railroad Committee coordinates the efforts related to the Dayton Depot, including reviewing the status of the Depot Rebuilding and any additional work required.

For more information, contact:
Chairman: John Crowley; Email: railroad@hsdv.org
Program Manager for Depot Restoration: Linda Clements; Email: depotrestoration@hsdv.org

HSDV Board of Directors’ Meeting

When: Second Wednesday of each month, 1:00 – 3 pm

Where: Dayton Valley Community Center
               170 Pike Street
               Dayton, NV 89403 United States (Google Map)

This is where the business of the Society is done. Non-Board members may be invited to attend for specific topics. Members may request a topic be placed on the Board meeting agenda. In addition, members may audit the meeting.

For more information, contact the Secretary, Becca Krach; Email: secretary@hsdv.org