Genoa in Douglas County, Nevada — The American Mountains (Southwest)

Old Genoa Bar

Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

1. Old Genoa Bar Marker

Inscription.
In 1863, Al Livingston built this building and called it Livingston’s Exchange. In 1884, Frank Fettic bought it and renamed it Fettic’s Exchange. He operated it as a “Gentlman's Saloon” allowing no rough stuff or excessive drinking. It subsequently had three more owners until 1963 when Robert Carver purchased it. Now known as the “Old Genoa Bar” it is the oldest continually operating thirst parlor in the State of Nevada. “No Horses Allowed”

Erected 1974 by Snoe-Shoe Thompson Chapter No.1827, E Clampus Vitus.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. In addition, it is included in the E Clampus Vitus series list. A significant historical date for this entry is September 21, 1945.

Location. 39° 0.193′ N, 119° 50.786′ W. Marker is in Genoa, Nevada, in Douglas County. Marker can be reached from Foothill Road/Main Street (Nevada Route 206) near Genoa Lane. Marker is mounted on the building to the right of the front doors. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2262 Foothill Road, Genoa NV 89411, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Jackass Express (here, next to this marker); The General Store (a few steps from

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this marker); Douglas Lodge #12, F& AM (within shouting distance of this marker); The Territorial Enterprise & the Telegraph (within shouting distance of this marker); Genoa or “Mormon Station” of the Pony Express (within shouting distance of this marker); Originally – The Raycraft Dance Hall (within shouting distance of this marker); Nevada’s First Newspaper (within shouting distance of this marker); Lillian Virgin Finnegan (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Genoa.

Also see . . .
1. The Oldest Bar In Nevada Has A Fascinating History. Only In Your State entry (Submitted on February 16, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)

2. Genoa. Nevada Ghost Towns entry (Submitted on July 9, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)

Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

2. Old Genoa Bar Marker

Genoa Directional Sign Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

3. Genoa Directional Sign Plaque

(This marker is mounted on the building to the left of the front doors.)

The Original Gold Route to
Hangtown 1849
<——————————
The Original Silver Route to
Virginia City 1857
——————————>
Dedicated
August 22, 1981
Genoa
Snowshoe Thomson Chapter No.1827
Ancient and Honorable Order of
E Clampus Vitus

Sign and Genoa Directional Sign Plaque image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

4. Sign and Genoa Directional Sign Plaque

Overland Stage
Est. 1883
<— Van Sickle Station
Adams —>
<— Edgewood
Carson City —>
<— Meyers
Virginia City —>
<— Hangtown
Dayton —>
<— Sacramento
Reno —>

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Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

5. Old Genoa Bar

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Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

6. Old Genoa Bar

Southern View of Building

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Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

7. Sign in Front of Property

Photographed By Syd Whittle, July 6, 2009

8. Old Genoa Bar

Credits. This page was last revised on November 17, 2021. It was originally submitted on July 9, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 1,504 times since then and 22 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. submitted on July 9, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.