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-walk through the rich history of policing in america-

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MUSEUM FEATURES

Hall of History - Kids Station - Memorial Room - 1876 Ten Cell Jail - Gift Shop - Photo Opportunities - Audio Tour Guide.

 

The Silver State National Peace Officers Museum is located in historic Virginia City, Nevada.  With a spectacular collection of United States law enforcement artifacts dating back to 1784 and situated within the County Courthouse and 1876 jail, the museum offers visitors a magnificent walk back in time and a fun opportunity for the entire family.  Features include our Hall of History, Kid's Station, Nevada Officers Memorial Room, and a gift shop.  Visitors also enjoy great photo opportuities.  Step back in time with us when in Virginia City!

Visit our Exhibits page to preview just some of what you will see dur
ing your visit to the museum. Download our quarterly newsletter for up to date information and intersting historical articles.
The museum opens for the season on May 1st and closes for winter
on November 1st.  We are open daily from 11:00 to 5:00.

 

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new york police, nypd exhibit

NYPD Exhibit features very early historical items                               Western Lawman Exhibit

 

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Old time law enforcement themed photo   opportunities let our visitors leave with  something fun to remember their visit.

 

 

 

 

 

POLICE MEMORIAL WEEK PARADE

Our 2012 Police Memorial Week Parade was a huge success.  Enjoy it by watching it on our YouTube channel here:  2012 PARADE VIDEO

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Las Vegas Metro drummer plays with pipers in parade while combined color guards from around Nevada march.


GIFT SHOP ITEMS NOW ONLINE

police museum t-shirtsVisit our online gift shop and find many of the same g reat gifts available in the museum gift shop.  You may also provide donations and purchase memberships via PayPal.

NEW:  Logo Polo Shirts, Ball Caps in CAMO and even PINK, and our new full color logo t-shirts are in!  Visit our online store for details.


Mission Statement:  The mission of the Silver State National Peace Officers Museum is to provide our visitors with an education of the law enforcement profession; facilitate the preservation of the rich history of law enforcement in the development of the Great State of Nevada, and the United States of America; and to showcase those who have maintained the peace throughout history of this great land with sacrifice in service while wearing the symbols of law enforcement and while supporting the codes of the law enforcement profession.

The Silver State National Peace Officers Museum is a non-profit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.  All donations are deductible to the full extent permitted by law.  We appreciate your support.

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