Elko in Elko County, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)

Elko County High School

Photographed By Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

1. Elko County High School Marker

Inscription. In 1895, Nevada established the County High School Act. Built in 1896, this was the first school building in Nevada to be constructed under this act. The structure served as the Elko County Library from 1917 to 1974, when the county offices located here.

Erected 1978 by Julia C. Bulette Chapter 1864 E Clampus Vitus.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1895.

Location. 40° 50.048′ N, 115° 45.789′ W. Marker is in Elko, Nevada, in Elko County. Marker is on Court Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 569 Court Street, Elko NV 89801, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 5 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Pioneer Saloon and Hotel (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Early Inhabitants (about 700 feet away); Growth and Industry (about 700 feet away); Education (about 800 feet away); Entertainment (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Elko.

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Photographed By Dawn Bowen, June 16, 2007

2. Former Elko County High School

Credits. This page was last revised on December 21, 2020. It was originally submitted on June 26, 2007, by Dawn Bowen of Fredericksburg, Virginia. This page has been viewed 1,573 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 26, 2007, by Dawn Bowen of Fredericksburg, Virginia. • J. J. Prats was the editor who published this page.