Silver was discovered here in 1900,
which sparked one of the biggest mining booms in the state.
Many of
the town's buildings, such as the Mizpah Hotel and the Nye County
Courthouse, were built
in the early 20th century.
The
Tonopah
Historic Mining Park, on the hillside above the town, offers a
chance to explore the
actual mines that created this mining
juggernaut. Tonopah's Central Nevada Museum contains
displays
describing not only local mining history but also other cultural and
social aspects of the region.
Located about halfway between Reno and Las Vegas, Tonopah is a
perfect place to stay while enjoying
central Nevada's recreational
activities including rock hunting, hiking, bird watching, wildlife
viewing,
mountain biking, off·roading and hunting. Nearby geological
attractions include Lunar Crater, the Sump
and Monte Cristo's Castle
and there are five wilderness areas within hours of the community.
Because it's so far from the bright lights of any major city,
Tonopah's night skies are considered among
the best in the country
for stargazing.
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TDC’s
Spring Celebration-
"A Night in the Old West!"
Posted: 04/03/2008
Cash Bar & BBQ Dinner, Old West Costume Contest, Music
from the Peavine Pickers, Cowboy Poet Robert Madole, Silent
Auction. Join us on April 26th, 2008, 6:00
p.m. at the Tonopah Convention Center
click here for ticket information
“The 1908
New York to Paris Automobile Race Around the World”
Posted: 02/29/2008
On Saturday March 22, 2008 the Nevada Boomtown Committee &
the Goldfield Historical Society will commemorate the 100 year
anniversary of “The 1908 New York to Paris Automobile Race
Around the World”
details here...
Tonopah Muckers Football Takes NIAA
State Championship!
Posted: 11/18/2007
Read details here
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