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Outline of Need:
The North Central Nevada Historical Society needed to finish the interior of their museum located in Winnemucca, Nevada. The museum needed space to display their mammoth bone exhibit that had been discovered in the nearby Black Rock Desert. They had previously received funds to construct the building and part of the lower level, but lacked the necessary funds to finish the interior of the building and display space.
How Rural Development Helped:
Rural Development approved a $400,000 Community Facility Direct loan to complete the interior of the museum. The museum board of directors requested and received from the Humboldt County Commissioners a tax set aside to provide funding for the museum. This, along with gifts, donations, and gift store proceeds would provide the necessary debt repayment.
The Results:
This dedicated organization is now able to display artifacts unique to north central Nevada - specifically Humboldt, Lander, and Pershing Counties. They have increased the number of visitors and the area schools are able to utilize the facility for field trips. Visitors experience a glimpse of ancient Nevada at the mammoth bone exhibit. The museum also provides visitors a place to study and research north central Nevada history.
Photo, above: North Central Nevada Historical Society Mammoth Bone Exhibit
(November 2001)
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