History Presentation - "Going for the Gold," Lake Tahoe and the Olympics

Alex Cushing and the State of California brought the 1960 Winter Olympics to the Lake Tahoe area… Walt Disney brought the Olympics to the World. From hosting the first Olympics that truly utilized modern technology, to creating a world class Olympic training facility deep in the Sierra Nevada forest, the Lake Tahoe region has played an important role in America’s success in both the Summer and Winter Olympics for generations. Join local historians David & Gayle Woodruff, in this 55-minute slide show as they delve into the unique and interesting history of Lake Tahoe and the Olympics.

Great for all guests who love Nevada, history and have high spirits! All guests must be +21.

This event will take place on Sunday, June 29, 2025 from 1:00pm-2:15pm at Minden Mill Distilling. It’s free to attend, provided you have reserved a ticket. Spots are very limited, so reserve your ticket early. Reservations will become available starting June 8. You can find out more and get tickets to this and other events by going to Minden Mill’s official website and selecting “Book an Experience” or clicking here.