Elko County

Images of America: Elko County by Claudia Wines and the Northeastern Nevada Museum

"Elko County, located in northeast corner of Nevada, is the fourth largest county in the continental United States. Miles and miles of sagebrush give way to scenic spots, such as Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, and locals are proud of this ruggedly beautiful land. Although the country's area is vast, there are only 2.5 people per square mile, and almost 90 percent of the land is owned by the federal government. The major towns in Elko County were established in the late 1860s, when the railroad arrived and brought ranching and mining jobs to the area. In the 1930s, Elko County began attracting big-name entertainment and also became a destination for gaming, and those traditions countinue today. With its rich heritage and unique, high-desert landscapes, Elko County is considered one of the last frontiers of the Old West.

Author Claudia Wines has been the director of the Northeastern Nevada Museum for the past seven years. She also serves as secretary of the board of directors of the Northeastern Nevada Historical Society, the parent company of the museum. All of the images featured in this book came from the archives of the Northeastern Nevada Museum.

The Images of America series celebrates the history of neighborhoods, towns, and cities across the country. Using archival photographs, each title presents the distinctive stories from the past that shape the character of the community today. Arcadia is proud to play a part in the preservation of local heritage, making history available to all."

Format: Paperback

Page Count: 127