Tag Archives: Master stonemason

Caroline Street Cutie

Posted on November 13, 2022 by Native Stonework

This stone cutie is located on Carson City’s historic Westside and was built in 1939 by Ernest Wungnema. Ernest was a master stonemason and his creations are a testament to his creativity and ingenuity. Ernest was also an masonry instructor … Continue reading →

Posted in Native American Stonemasons | Tagged Ernest Wungname, Master stonemason, Native American Stonemasons, Stewart Indian School, Stewart Vernacular style of stone masonry | Leave a comment

Tools, Quarries & Stones

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Native Stonework

Today, let’s talk about stone acquisition and the tools a stonemason needs to create his/her masterpieces. Let’s start with “Where did the Native American stonemasons obtain the stones used in their construction projects?” Some of the stone were found – … Continue reading →

Posted in Native American Stonemasons, Uncategorized | Tagged Carson Ridge Disc Golf Course, Carson River, Frederick Snyder, Master stonemason, Native American Stonemasons, Nevada Quarries, Open Pit Mining, Rhyolite, Stewart Indian School, Stonemason's tool, Turquoise | Leave a comment

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