Field Trip and Tour Information

Field Trip & Tour Options


The Wilbur D. May Collection: Year-Round

We offer a one-hour tour through the amazing collection of Wilbur D. May. Our visitors begin with a short introduction and film about the life of Mr. May and the items housed in the museum, followed by a guided walk through the museum itself. We offer a scavenger hunt that is a fun way to learn more about the collection and to test people's detective skills! The tour combines local and world history along with natural history and is appropriate for all ages.

Tours are available most times during normal business hours, by appointment only.

Group Rates (15+ people):

Youth (3-17) & Seniors (62+) - $4.00
Adults - $6.00

To book a tour: Call (775) 785-5961.

Special Exhibits

Every year from January to April we offer a large scale rotating exhibit that offers double the normal museum experience. Past rotating exhibits have included dinosaurs, dragons, and the history of candy! Admission includes entrance to the special exhibit AND entrance to our permanent collection.

Group Rates (15+ people):

$7 per person

To book a tour: Call (775) 785-5961.

Click here to see our current Rotating Exhibit!

Tour Logistics

- Payment must be made when you arrive and have a final headcount. We accept cash, check, Mastercard, and Visa.
- Plan your arrival so that we may begin at your scheduled time. Please notify the museum if you will be late.
- We do not have lunchroom space inside the museum. Weather-depending you may use one of the many picnic areas in the park.
- Bus lanes are on the west side of the parking lot.
- Students are welcome in the museum store, but must be accompanied by teacher or chaperone.
- Please protect our collections by not allowing gum, candy, food, or drink in the exhibition halls.
- Photography is permitted in all areas of the Museum.


1595 N. Sierra Street
Inside Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
Reno, Nevada 89503
(775) 785-5961

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