Carson City: Quick Facts

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Nevada Day 2026 closures and parade schedule. What's closed Friday? • Oct. 28, 2026, 5:06 PM ET (The Tacoma News Tribune)

Carson City prison brings real-life creepiness to Halloween attraction • Oct. 26, 2026, 5:10 PM ET (Reno Gazette-Journal)

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Nevada State Capitol building in Carson City, featuring a white dome and arched windows, partially framed by trees and red flowers in the foreground.

Map of Nevada highlighting Carson City with a star symbol near the state's western border. Surrounding states-California, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, and Arizona-are labeled, with state boundaries clearly marked.

Vintage map showing western Nevada from the early 1900s, featuring the cities of Reno, Carson City, and Virginia City, along with Washoe Lake, Lake Tahoe, and surrounding mountain ranges. The map highlights county boundaries, major towns, and key geographic features in the area.

Nevada State Capitol Building in Carson City, with a white dome and flagpole, partially obscured by green trees and red flowers in the foreground.

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