Attendance: Education (Virtual Learning)

General Admission

General admission tickets include entrance to the museums and galleries, including the Nevada State Museum. General admission does not include admission to special events. Looking for tickets to a special event or class? Visit our Events & Activities Calendar. General admission tickets expire one year from date of purchase and are valid for one visit per ticket. General admission is free for children ages 2 and under.

Group rate tickets are available for groups of 10 or more, both for general admission and special events. To purchase tickets at the group rate, please contact us by phone at 702-822-8779.

Save Money and Become a Member

If you enjoy all of the events, exhibits, and botanical beauty the Springs Preserve has to offer, bring your general admission ticket to the ticketing window and we'll apply the cost to a membership! Becoming a member will save you time and money on future visits, and you'll get exclusive benefits! Learn more about membership.

Garden Class

Attendance: Membership (NSM Members)

THIS TICKET OPTION IS ONLY FOR NEVADA STATE MUSEUM MEMBERS. If you are not an active member of the Nevada State Museum and use this option to reserve a ticket, your reservation will be canceled and forfeited. Springs Preserve Members must reserve their tickets using the Springs Preserve Members option.

Tickets are only valid for selected date. Please ensure you've selected the correct ticket before making your reservation. Use the "Other dates" link above to select a different date.

 

Reservations for Nevada State Museum Members

  • All visitors, including members, must reserve a date-specific ticket online in advance. No walk-up purchases will be permitted.
  • Tickets will be made available two weeks in advance.
  • Tickets include admission to the Springs Preserve, Nevada State Museum (Friday-Sunday only), access to Outdoor Natural Areas (Botanical Garden and Trails), playground, outdoor animal exhibits, train rides, guided garden tours and pop-up demonstrations. (Tours and demonstrations subject to change. Please confirm daily availability and times onsite.)
  • The Springs Preserve is currently open Friday-Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Members get early entry to Outdoor Natural Areas at 8 a.m.) The Nevada State Museum is open Friday-Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Last entry at 3 p.m.

 

Here’s what to expect for a safe and healthy museum visit:

  • If you are fully vaccinated, you are not required to wear a mask or physically distance when in the museum. Please be aware that some members of staff or volunteers may continue to wear masks as a personal preference, as may you decide to do as well.
  • No food is allowed in the museum, except bottled water (which is available from our store).
  • Touchable surfaces will be sanitized periodically through the day.
  • Groups or households no larger than 10 persons can book at this time. 
  • Please note we will only be taking credit or debit card payment, not cash, in the museum store.

 

Instructions: 

  • Please present your Member ID card and reservation for verification and access for your scheduled date.
  • You may arrive anytime between the scheduled opening time and the last entry time on your selected day. Once inside the Springs Preserve, you may stay as long as you like, within our operating hours and as conditions allow.
  • For help or assistance, please call us at 702-486-5205.

 

General Admission (Scheduled_SP_NSM)

 

Tickets are only valid for selected date. Please ensure you've selected the correct date before making your reservation. Use the "Other dates" link above to select a different date.

  • Guests are strongly encouraged to buy general admission tickets online in advance. Given the high volume of traffic during weekends and holidays, we recommend reserving tickets for these days ahead of time. Members of the Springs Preserve and Nevada State Museum need only to present their Membership ID upon arrival for entry.
  • Tickets will be made available up to one month in advance.
  • The Springs Preserve is currently open Thursday-Monday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Members get early entry to Outdoor Natural Areas at 8 a.m. Last entry at 3 p.m.
  • Senior and military discounts available by request at the Ticketing Office with valid ID.

Instructions: 

  • Tickets will be delivered to the email address associated with your online account. Bring your tickets and Membership ID, if applicable, for entry to the Springs Preserve. You may print your tickets, or show them on your mobile device for entry.
  • You may arrive anytime between the scheduled opening time and the last entry time on your selected day.
  • For help or assistance, please call us at 702-822-7700.

 

Toddler Time

Desert Gardening 101

Come learn the basics on how to choose and care for drought-tolerant plants that thrive in arid conditions. Get key advice on selecting native species, efficient watering techniques, and creating water-saving landscapes. Practical tips include soil preparation, sun exposure management, pest control, and mulching to help plants withstand extreme heat and limited rainfall. 

Master Gardening Classes

Nevada Master Gardeners are trained volunteers of the University of Nevada Reno Extension who offer free classes every month at the Springs Preserve on a variety of gardening and landscaping topics specialized to Southern Nevada.