Great Basin Museum and Historical Society

The Great Basin Museum and Historical Society offers a look into region’s deep natural and cultural history. Visitors can explore ancient fossils from the Cambrian Explosion, artifacts from the Fremont people, and objects from the pioneer era through the 20th century. The museum features highlights such as a beautifully restored “Surrey with a Fringe on Top” and a recreated pioneer parlor. Knowledgeable docents share personal stories from the valley’s past and welcome visitors to share their own. Nearby attractions include world-renowned rockhounding sites, extensive ATV trails, and historic routes like the Pony Express and Old Spanish Trail, making the museum a perfect starting point for discovering the area.