Nevada’s historic houses are a link to the state’s cultural past — the people, events and architectural movements that shaped who we are today. These structures provide a unique cultural guidebook through which we can learn, enjoy, and preserve.
Channel 5 Public Broadcasting’s new television series, House with A History, offers viewers an entertaining and educational look at historic homes in northern Nevada. The featured residential structures are more than mere shelter. These homes are the result of vision and the reflection of different personalities. They embody the collective spirits of owners, architects and designers. These historic houses stand as a cultural testament to a particular age and architectural style.
Meet the Host
Alicia Barber:
Alicia Barber, Ph.D., teaches at the University of Nevada, Reno, where she specializes in the history of cities, tourism, and the American west. She serves on the City of Reno's Historical Resources Commission and on the board of directors of Preserve Nevada, a statewide historic preservation advocacy group. She also writes a regular column on local history for RENO magazine.
Marla Carr:
Marla Carr (Host/Writer/Co-Producer) is an award-winning photographer and writer. Her photographs have appeared in Nevada Magazine, Comstock's Business Magazine and the Wild Nevada television series. Before turning to the arts, Ms. Carr worked as a fundraising professional for PBS.
More Resources
Local/Region Links and Resources:
Nevada Historical Society
Nevada State Museum
City of Reno Historical Resources Commission
Nevada Department of Cultural Affairs, State Office of Historic Preservation
University of Nevada, Reno Special Collections
City of Reno Arts & Culture Commission
Nevada Heritage Tourism Coalition
Family Bike Tour of the Historic Buildings of Downtown Reno
Kit Carson Trail and walking tour through Carson City
Thunderbird Lodge Historic Site
Incline Village Chamber of Commerce, Incline Village/Crystal Bay History
North Lake Tahoe Historical Society
National Links and Resources:
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Advisory Council for Historic Preservation
National Park Service, Historic Preservation Services
National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places
National Park Service, Working on the Past
Secretary of the Interior, Standards for Preservation