"Teapots and Such":
Historical Society's Teapot Exhibit
Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in January 2016

The Carson City Historical Society is having a second teapot exhibit during the month of January 2016. The Society is seeking teapots and "such" from local residents for the display. The teapots can be elegant or funky, old or new, and will be only used for display. Creamers, sugar bowls, and other tea accessories will also be on display. Teapots for this exhibit will be entirely different from those shown last July. To loan items or for more information, call Paula Cannon at 775-887-8865.

The exhibit will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday in January from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum, 1207 N. Carson Street. There is no admission to the exhibit, but donations will be happily accepted.

Pictured: Teapots from last summer's teapot exhibit.

Dues for 2016
are Due Jan. 1, 2016

CCHS works on a fiscal year beginning January 1 and ending December 31. Dues for 2016 are $25 for single membership (1 vote) and $35 for a family membership (2 votes). Dues are due January 1, 2016.

Annual dues can be mailed to CC Historical Society, 112 N. Curry St., Carson City, NV 89703.

The Carson City Historical Society is a Nevada nonprofit organizations. Due to technical reasons, it is currently not recognized as a nonprofit, tax-exempt corporations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations are currently not tax deductible pursuant to section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code. However, CCHS is working to re-establish its 501(c)(3) statuses.

Valentine's Day Tea
Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016

You are invited to the Carson City Historical Society's Valentine's Day Tea. Enjoy a delightful menu by "A Catered Affaire" on Sunday, February 14, 2016, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum, 1207 North Carson Street, Carson City.

Make your reservations early and join us for an enjoyable afternoon. Cost is $30.00 per person. Seating is limited to 18. Help us finish the Carriage House. Call DD Spencer between 10:00 am & 2:00 p.m. for tickets at (775)741-7897.

Carson City Historical Society Open House
Sunday, May 22, 2016

On Sunday, May 22, 2016, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., the Historical Society is hosting an open house at the Foreman-Roberts House and Carriage House museums. Members and friends of the Society will be able to see the work that has been done on the interior of the Carriage House. The Society is extremely grateful to Western Nevada Supply Co., Rick's Flooring, Inc., and Cabinets and Lighting Supply (Reno) for their generous donations.

Margaret Saltzer, a Society member, will provide entertainment in the Foreman-Roberts House Museum playing the pump organ that has stood in the parlor for many years. Light refreshments will be served.

Victorian High Tea & House Tour
at the Historic Bliss Mansion
Friday, June 17, 2016

The Carson City Historical Society is hosting a Victorian High Tea & House Tour at the Historic Bliss Mansion on Friday, June 17, 2016, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Join us for tea, food, and a fantastic tour of the Bliss Mansion (608 Elizabeth St., Carson City), just west of the Governor's Mansion. The Tea is taking place during the Epic Rides Bike Races in Carson City.

Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased from the Carson City Visitors Bureau, 716 N. Carson St. Seating will be on the veranda.

Historical Society Hosting Yard Sale and Clothing Exhibit
Saturday, July 2, 2016

The Carson City Historical Society is holding its first yard sale of the year from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, July 2, 2016, at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum park, 1207 N. Carson St.

More than 15 vendors will be offering antiques, collectibles, jewelry, and crafts. The museum will be open free to those who want to tour the downstairs of the museum and view the exhibit of vintage clothing from the collection of Tina Davis-Hersey.

The display features a mid-1870s bustle day dress and hat, an 1860 widow's mourning-style hoop dress with an original silk velvet and ostrich feather bonnet, a 1914 girl's tea dress, and an original 1908 lace and silk evening dress with a men's morning-style outfit. The clothing display can be seen in July and August. During the society's annual yard sale fundraisers on July 2 and Aug. 6, the clothing exhibit and the downstairs of the house museum will be open free of charge. After July 2, an appointment will be necessary, and there will be a $5 fee to see the exhibit and museum. Call 775-887-8865 for an appointment.

Davis-Hersey's collection also will be highlighted in the Oh, My Bonnets & Bustles! Victorian Fashion Show and Tea, presented by the Friends of the Nevada State Museum, on Sept. 24, 2016, at the Governor's Mansion.

For more information about the clothing display, call Davis-Hersey at 775-671-2364.

Historical Society Hosts Yard Sales
July 2 and Aug. 6, 2016

Media Release 5/17/16: The Carson City Historical Society is holding two yard sales this summer, one on Saturday, July 2, and another on Saturday, Aug. 6.

There's still room for a few antiques, collectibles, or craft vendors. The space fee is $25 per day; the fee benefits the Historical Society.

For reservations or more information, call Mary DeFelice at 775-882-0916.

Historical Society Hosts Second and Final Yard Sale of the Summer
Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016

The Carson City Historical Society is holding its second yard sale of the summer on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016.

There still may be room for a few antiques, collectibles, or craft vendors. The space fee is $25 per day; the fee benefits the Historical Society.

For reservations or more information, call Mary DeFelice at 775-882-0916.

Annual Ice Cream Social
Saturday, August 13, 2016

The annual CCHS Ice Cream Social is Saturday, August 13, 2016, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Foreman-Roberts House Museum, 2107 N. Carson St., Carson City. Free entertainment will be provided by the Millennium Bugs. As in past years, the Carson City Historical Society sponsors this event.

Enjoy ice cream and other refreshments for only $3. Exhibitors will be at the event to discuss their projects and interests. The vintage clothing display will be available for your viewing. Also, get a look-see of the Carriage House.

The Ice Cream Social is during the second weekend of the Jazz & Beyond Carson City Music Festival. For more information about the festival, go to JazzCarsonCity.com.

If you have questions, contact Gary Cain at 775-885-7643.

Foreman-Roberts House Damaged by Arsonist
August 28 and 29, 2016

We regret to report that the Foreman-Roberts House Museum was damaged by two arson attacks, in the early morning hours of Sunday, Aug. 28, and Monday, Aug. 29, 2016. The first attack was an attempt to burn the kitchen door on the east side of the building. Although the door was a total loss, most of the damage was confined to the area of the kitchen, which was not part of the original house. The Monday morning arson was to the double doors on the south side of the house (see picture). This resulted in damage not just to those doors but also to the second story balcony area. Smoke damage is a major concern since smoke is acidic and can damage historic materials in the buildings.

In addition, two windows were broken on the west side of the house prior to the arson, on Aug. 23. The Sheriff's Department are investigating these events. Officers of the Historical Society are working with insurance and restoration people. Under the Historical Society's agreement with the city, Carson City is responsible for the maintenance of the building and the Society is responsible for the contents of the building. The building is on the National Historic Register, and restoration work requires careful attention to historic details and procedures.

An article about the fires is available at CarsonNow.org. Click here.

The Museum will remain closed to the public until proper restoration work has been completed.

Historical Society Membership Meeting
Sunday, November 6, 2016

The Carson City Historical Society invites all members and friends to a Historical Society Membership Lunch Meeting on Sunday, November 6, 2016, at 1:00 p.m. at Red's Old 395 Grill, 1055 S. Carson Street, Carson City, NV 89701. Order what you want from the menu with a separate check. Don't forget the tip. Please make your reservations by calling D.D. Spencer @ 775-741-7897 before November 1.

ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED:

1. Foreman-Roberts House fire, repair and current status
2. Carson City Historical Society Finances
3. Carriage House (Certificate of Occupancy, Need volunteer to manage rental, calendar of usage, questions, etc.)
4. Christmas Party - 12/11/2016 (Place, time, cost, speaker Julia Bulette, questions)
5. Election of Officers - 12/11/2016
6. Garden Tour Plans, etc.

Annual CCHS Christmas Party at Bliss Mansion
Sunday, December 11, 2016

The Annual CCHS Christmas Party is on Sunday, December 11, 2016, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Bliss Mansion, 608 Elizabeth St., Carson City. We are grateful, again, for Cyndy and Steve Brenneman opening their lovely and historic home to us for this party.

A Catered Affair will again have delicious foods, Julia Bulette will talk about her life as a Virginia City soiled dove. It will be great to see you there!

The cost is $30 a person. For reservations, contact Paula Cannon at 775-887-8865.

Pictured at left: Kim Harris portraying Julia Bullette. Kim's website is at http://westernhistoryalive.com.