2026 Heritage Lecture Series: Russell Scossa

On Thursday, July 9, come to the Museum for an engaging evening with Russell Scossa, who will share the history of the Scossa family and their deep roots in ranching in the Carson Valley.

A fourth-generation Gardnerville rancher, Mr. Scossa was born in 1945 and graduated from Douglas High School in 1963. Throughout his life, he has been dedicated to his family, ranching, and the agricultural industry, with a strong commitment to preserving and conserving the family’s land for future generations.

Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Lecture Begins at 6:30 p.m. This event will take place at the Carson Valley Museum and Cultural Center.

Tickets are $5.00 at the door, with Alpine, Dayton, Smith Valley and Douglas County Historical Society Members Free! For more information visit the DCHS website or call 775-782-2555, and be sure to check out their Facebook page for other news and updates.