Symbols
This animal, which represents the state's rugged landscapes and desert wildlife, was adopted as Nevada's state animal in 1973.
This famous neon-lit street in Las Vegas is known for its iconic casinos, hotels, and entertainment, making t it one of the most famous roads in the world.
What is the Strip?
Nevada became the 36th state of the United States on this date, during the Civil War, to provide support to the Union.
What is October 31, 1864?
This city, known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World," is home to iconic casinos, world-class shows, and the Strip.
What is Las Vegas?
Nevada is home to this natural wonder, the largest man-made reservoir in the U.S., which was created by the construction of the Hoover Dam.
What is Lake Mead?
This phrase, adopted in 1864, symbolizes Nevada's pride and drive during its statehood process, especially during the Civil War.
What is "Battle Born"?
This man-made structure, located on the border between Nevada and Arizona, provides hydroelectric power to several states and is a major tourist attraction.
What is the Hoover Dam?
This precious metal, discovered in large quantities in Nevada's mines, earned the state the nickname "The Silver State."
What is silver?
This city is Nevada's state capital and is located in the western part of the state near the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
What is Carson City?
This is the name of the famous, secretive U.S military base in Nevada, often linked to UFO and alien conspiracy theories.
What is Area 51?
This official state song of Nevada was inspired by the state's history and majestic beauty, but it was not adopted until the 1930s.
What is "Home Means Nevada"?
This vast, scenic desert area, part of the Mojave Desert, is famous for its strange rock formations and red rock canyons, drawing hikers and photographers from around the world.
In the 1860's, the discovery of this precious metal in Nevada was the start of a significant economic boom in the state.
What is gold?
Known for its scenic landscapes, this city lies along the Truckee River and is often called the "Biggest Little City in the World."
What is Reno?
The famous Nevada Test Site, where the U.S. conducted nuclear tests from 1951 to 1992, is located near this Nevada City.
What is Las Vegas?
This symbol on Nevada's state flag, located in the upper left corner, represents the state's mining industry and history.
What is the silver star?
This national park in eastern Nevada is home to some of the oldest living trees in the world, including the ancient bristlecone pines.
What is Great Basin National Park?
The discovery of this major silver vein, in 1859, turned Virginia City into one of the richest mining towns in the United States.
What is the Comstock Lode?
This city, in the heart of the Great Basin, is known as Nevada's "smallest" city, but it's home to a unique museum dedicated to the state's history.
What is Ely?
Nevada was the first state to grant women the right to vote in this year, years before the 19th Amendment was passed.
What is 1914?
This reptile, which thrives in Nevada's arid environment, was named the state reptile in 1991.
What is the Desert Tortoise?
Built in 1869, this restored ghost town in Nevada is a state park and serves as a reminder of Nevada's mining history.
What is Rhyolite?
The battle between the U.S Army and this group of Native Americans in 1860 led to the tragic massacre at Pyramid Lake.
Who are the Paiute?
This small, historic town in Nevada is home to the Western Nevada College campus, offering degrees and certification in a variety of fields.
What is Fallon?
Nevada is one of only two states that does not observe this practice, which is otherwise common across the U.S.
What is Daylight Saving Time?