Virginia City Collection

USA, Nevada. Old steam train engine in historic Gold Hill train station, our side Virginia CIty
USA, Nevada. Old steam train engine in historic Gold Hill train station, our side Virginia City, Nevada

Virginia City, Nevada, 1870s
Main street of Virginia City, a mining boomtown in Nevada, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

NEVADA: VIRGINIA CITY. Savage Works in Virginia City, Nevada. Photograph by Timothy O Sullivan, 1868

Virginia City, Montana, a living gold rush town in western Montana

VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA. The main street of Virginia City, Nevada, in the 1870s at the height of the mining of the Comstock Lode. American engraving, 1878

Old truck and antique store in Virginia City, Nevada, United States of America, North America

Map of Carson City with Virginia City and Reno, c.1900 (engraving)
533459 Map of Carson City with Virginia City and Reno, c.1900 (engraving); (add.info.: Map of Reno, Carson City, and Virginia City, Nevada, circa 1902)

Le coche pour Virginia-City, station de Reno (Nevada), sur le chemin de fer Central Pacific (engraving)
3655476 Le coche pour Virginia-City, station de Reno (Nevada), sur le chemin de fer Central Pacific (engraving) by French School

Sketches in the Chinese Quarter, Virginia City, Nevada, USA (engraving)
3637935 Sketches in the Chinese Quarter, Virginia City, Nevada, USA (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches in the Chinese Quarter, Virginia City)

Mining and Vineyarding in the Far West (engraving)
1046181 Mining and Vineyarding in the Far West (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mining and Vineyarding in the Far West)

Sketches from the Washoe Silver Region, North America, Virginia City from the South, Mount Davidson, Cedar Hill
1620206 Sketches from the Washoe Silver Region, North America, Virginia City from the South, Mount Davidson, Cedar Hill, and Six Miles Gutch (engraving) by Leitch

Bullion Mine Virginia City Nevada Carleton Watkins
The Bullion Mine, Virginia City, Nevada; Carleton Watkins (American, 1829 - 1916); Virginia City, Nevada, Storey, United States; 1875 - 1877; Albumen silver print

USA, Nevada. People in period dress CIvil War saber in Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. People in period dress Civil War saber in Virginia City, Nevada

Sutro Tunnel Road Virginia City 1875 printed ca
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Virginia City 1875 printed ca 1876 Albumen silver print
Artokoloro

USA, Nevada. St. Marys in the Mountains Church (Nevadas first Roman Catholic Church, 1868) Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. Old steam locomotive at historic Gold Hill train station, our side Virginia CIty
USA, Nevada. Old steam locomotive at historic Gold Hill train station, our side Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. Gold Hill Hotel & Saloon (Nevadas oldest hotel 1859) Virginia CIty
USA, Nevada. Gold Hill Hotel & Saloon (Nevadas oldest hotel 1859) Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. Edith Palmers Country Inn (a Victorian home built in 1863) Virginia CIty
USA, Nevada. Edith Palmers Country Inn (a Victorian home built in 1863) Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. People in period dress with derringer pistol in Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. People in period dress with derringer pistol in Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. Historic Miners Union Hall Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. Historic Miners Union Hall Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. Savage Mansion (c. 1861) Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. Savage Mansion (c. 1861) Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. Old law books in library Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. Old law books in library Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. SIlver Dollar Saloon, Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. Silver Dollar Saloon, Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. Sidewalk in historic Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. Sidewalk in historic Virginia City, Nevada

USA, Nevada. A 1934 Model T Ford, Virginia CIty, Nevada
USA, Nevada. A 1934 Model T Ford, Virginia City, Nevada

Madison County Courthouse in Virginia City, Montana, USA

Looking down onto town from Boot Hill in Virginia City, Montana, USA

USA, Montana, Virginia City. Open sign on store front
Montana, Virginia City. Open sign on store front. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USA, Montana, Virginia City. Detail of a window in vintage cabin
Montana, Virginia City. Detail of a window in vintage cabin. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USA, Montana, Virginia City. Antique sleigh and buggy. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Virginia City in 1870. Main street. United States. Engraving

STAGECOACH, c1866. Wells, Fargo & Co.s Express Office, C Street, Virginia City, Nevada, c1866. Oil over a photograph

VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA. The main street of Virginia City, Nevada, in the 1870s, at the height of the mining of the Comstock Lode. Wood engraving, American, 1878

NEVADA: VIRGINIA CITY. View of the mining town, Virginia City, Nevada. Stereograph by Thomas Houseworth and Company, 1875

NEVADA: VIRGINIA CITY. A view of Virginia City, Nevada. Photograph by Timothy O Sullivan, 1867

NEVADA: VIRGINIA CITY. A view of Pipers Opera House on North B Street in Virginia City, Nevada, showing the entrance to Pipers Old Corner Bar in the lower foreground

NEVADA: VIRGINIA CITY, 1866. Stagecoach leaving Wells Fargo & Company Express, in Virginia City, Nevada. Photograph, c1866

NEVADA: VIRGINIA CITY. Virginia City, Nevada, in 1861. Contemporary lithograph after a drawing by Grafton T. Brown, digitally colored by Granger, NYC -- All rights reserved

STAGECOACH, c1866. Wells, Fargo & Co.s Express Office, C Street, Virginia City, Nevada, c1866

NEVADA: MINING, 1867. A miner at work underground in Virginia City, Nevada. Photograph by Timothy O Sullivan, 1867

COMSTOCK LODE, 1859-79. A cutaway view of the mines of the Comstock Lode at Virginia City, Nevada, which yielded more than 500 million dollars in silver and gold ore between 1859 and 1879

NEVADA: MINING, 1866. Quartz mining works at Gold Hill, Virginia City, Nevada. Photograph, 1866

NA, USA, Montana, Nevada City Shelves stocked with canned goods in abandoned general
USA, Montana, Nevada City Shelves stocked with canned goods in abandoned general store of mining ghost town (Editorial Usage Only)

NA, USA, Montana, Virginia City Shelves stocked with canned goods in abandoned
USA, Montana, Virginia City Shelves stocked with canned goods in abandoned general store (Editorial Usage Only)

Various flowers in picket fence, Virginia City, Montana

Men playing faro in a saloon in Virginia City, Nevada. Photograph, c1890
NEVADA: CARD GAME, c1890. Men playing faro in a saloon in Virginia City, Nevada. Photograph, c1890

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"Exploring the Historic Charm of Virginia City: A Glimpse into America's Wild West" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich history of Virginia City, a captivating town nestled in the heart of Nevada. This enchanting destination takes you on a journey to the 1870s, when it was at its peak during the mining boom of the Comstock Lode. As you stroll along the main street, lined with beautifully preserved buildings from yesteryears, you can almost hear echoes of bustling miners and prospectors seeking their fortunes. The Savage Works stands as a testament to this era, reminding us of the industrious spirit that once thrived here. The Gold Hill train station adds another layer to Virginia City's charm. With an old steam locomotive proudly displayed, it offers visitors a glimpse into how transportation played a vital role in shaping this historic town. The sound of whistles and chugging engines transport you back to an era when railroads connected communities across America. Virginia City isn't just limited to Nevada; there is also another gem located in Montana. Known as "a living gold rush town, " this western Montana counterpart shares similar roots with its Nevadan sibling. It serves as a reminder that dreams were pursued far beyond state lines during those adventurous times. Wandering through Virginia City's streets feels like stepping onto a movie set or flipping through pages from history books brought to life. An antique store filled with treasures and an old truck parked nearby add authenticity to this immersive experience. Even international travelers were captivated by Virginia City's allure. Le coche pour Virginia-City captured imaginations worldwide while showcasing Reno's Central Pacific railway station through intricate engravings. Sketches depicting life within Chinese Quarter highlight cultural diversity amidst mining fervor. Amidst all these historical wonders lies Wells Fargo & Co. 's Express Office on C Street—a reminder that even then, commerce thrived in this vibrant town.