Much of the Museum’s collection is also searchable online. Please visit the Virgin Valley Heritage Museum to experience a taste of the rich pioneer heritage that makes up this great area. In 1984, the newly incorporated City of Mesquite reclaimed it and designated it a museum to house the historical treasures of the Virgin Valley. After being closed for a few years, it was used as a Boy Scout meeting hall. The library building was then converted and used as the hospital and only medical facility in town until 1977. Gilbert and Bertha Howe, a registered nurse, went to Las Vegas and bought the medical supplies necessary to open the hospital. With the $35 donation from each family in town, Dr. The town then made the decision that a medical facility was needed more than a library. It served as the Mesquite branch of the Clark County Library for about a year. The original purpose of the building was to serve the community as a library and museum. Rich with a deep pioneer heritage full of strength, devotion, hardships, sacrifice, and hope, the museum helps visitors to not only understand the pioneer way of life but helps them to connect with the very pioneers that settled this great valley. The Virgin Valley Heritage Museum sits as a tribute to the early pioneer settlers of the Virgin Valley.

The Lee family purchased the facility in 2013, and began remodeling it in 2015. It was purchased by Virgin River Casino Corporation, which later operated the facility without a casino as the Virgin River Convention Center. We also strive to preserve and protect our local history. The Mesquite Star closed in March 2000, followed by a series of legal issues. We strive to bring history to life through collections, exhibits, special events and educational opportunities.

The mission of the Virgin Valley Heritage Museum is to deepen the understanding of the community and visitors about the Virgin Valley specifically Mesquite, Bunkerville and Southern Nevada. The Virgin Valley Heritage Museum Mission

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