Reno/Lake Tahoe has some fantastic museums and historic sites for you to visit. Take a road trip through time and discover the role the automobile played in history as you view more than 200 antique, classic and concept cars in authentic street settings at the National Automobile Museum. Find out about all the history of western skiing at the Western American Ski Museum, and even check out some sightings of a monster at the Tahoe Tessie's Lake Tahoe Monster Museum.

An array of traveling and local exhibitors on display including modern, classic & impressionist paintings and sculptures. 160 West Liberty Street (775)329-3333

200 antique, vintage, classic and special interest automobiles on display, fully restored and in mint condition! A tribute to America's love of the automobile. Open 9:30am to 5:00pm daily, 10:00am to 4:00pm Sun., except Thanksgiving and Christmas. Admission: $7.50 Seniors: $6.50 Children 6-18: $2.50 free 5 and under 10 Lake Street South (corner of Lake and Mill St) (775)333-9300

Antiques, mining equipment & Indian artifacts chronicle the Silver State's rich and impressive history. 1650 North Virginia Street (across from the Planetarium) (775)688-1190

A collection of local antiques, artifacts and memorabilia create an historical portrait of the city of Sparks. 820 Victorian Avenue (775)355-1144

The ranch house museum offers various exhibits including a rare art collection. The Arboretum and Botanical Gardens are a floral retreat in which to relax.1 mile north of downtown Reno in Rancho San Rafael Park (775)785-4153

Video games and 3 golf courses! Two 19 hole and one 28 hole. Also, Giorgio's Pizzeria! 19 hole course: $5.00, 28 hole course: $7.00  (775)853-8837

State Park offers guided nature tours, camping facilities including barbecue areas and public restrooms. Museum features displays on emigrant life and a slide show of the 1846 ordeal of the Donner Party. Donner Pass near Truckee, CA (530) 587-3841

Indian relics, pioneer artifacts and historical photos establish Lake Tahoe's rich past. Highway 50, South Shore CA (next to Chamber of Commerce) (530) 541-5458

That's right! "Nessie" in Loch Ness has a cousin in Lake Tahoe..."Tessie!" See displays, exhibits and artifacts! Eyewitness Monster Sightings! Unique gift shop featuring T-shirts, sweats, souvenirs and books! Family fun! 8612 North Lake Boulevard, Kings Beach CA (530) 546-8774

This museum houses historical exhibits of the sport spanning from the 1850's to present day. Vintage ski films are shown in the theater. Boreal Ridge Ski Resort (past Donner Lake on Interstate 80) (530) 426-3313