Tag Archives: National Register of Historic Places

X Marks the Spot

Historical Marker, definition: A historical marker is a permanent, publicly displayed plaque or sign (usually metal, stone, or wood) that commemorates, identifies, or interprets significant people, places, events, or sites. These markers are generally located near roads or on buildings … Continue reading

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C’mon Joe

An open letter to Governor Joe Lombardo Dear Governor Lombardo, This open letter respectfully requests that the State of Nevada dedicate the time, attention, and resources necessary to preserve and maintain the historic, stone buildings at the Stewart Indian School, … Continue reading

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RIP, Pierre Robert

This fall, we were invited by Pierre Robert to visit with him at his beautiful house at Lake Tahoe. Moon Dune House was built by the area’s Native American stonemasons and Pierre was passionate about the house. Pierre was especially … Continue reading

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Moon Dune House – Part 2

It was one of those perfect autumn days in Nevada – not too hot not too cold with just a hint of breeze.  A lot of activity was taking place this Saturday. People were heading to the candy dance in … Continue reading

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Red Rock Dental

Look at this beauty!  Built in 1939 by Ernest, Randall and Johnny Wunegnema, it was originally a residence.  However, it has been a commercial building for as long as we can remember.  It is now home to Red Rock Dental.  … Continue reading

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