Archives Month in Nevada—October 2017

Governor Sandoval has proclaimed October as “Archives Month in Nevada”:
http://gov.nv.gov/News-and-Media/Proclamations/2017/Archives-Month-in-Nevada/

“WHEREAS, the purpose of archives and records depositories in the State of Nevada is to preserve the State’s documentary heritage for present and future generations; and

WHEREAS, archives collect personal papers, photographs, manuscripts, journals, government documents, maps, electronic media, oral history, film, and other materials contributing to the history of the Silver State; and

WHEREAS, a goal of the State Historical Records Advisory Board is to increase the awareness of the valuable role archives play in preserving and enhancing knowledge of our cultural, intellectual, social and governmental heritage; and

WHEREAS, Nevada citizens are invited to explore their history and visit the sites that house our documentary heritage;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BRIAN SANDOVAL, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NEVADA, do hereby proclaim October 2017 as ARCHIVES MONTH IN NEVADA.”

The NBMG Mining District Files consist largely of historical and current maps, reports, articles, photographs, correspondence, assays, production reports, and reserve information on all aspects of mining in Nevada. These have largely been donated to the NBMG over the years from individuals, companies, and other government agencies.

You can view the NBMG Mining District File archives here:
http://pubs.nbmg.unr.edu/Nevada-Mining-District-Files-s/1970.htm (text and interactive)
https://gisweb.unr.edu/MiningDistricts/ (interactive map)