Where the World Met and Became One

The Renaissance Village is a walkable collection of restored homes that bring to life the cultures and communities that shaped White Pine County. Each house represents a different wave of immigration; England, Spain, Serbia and Croatia, Greece, Asia, Italy, and the Basque, who came to Nevada as sheepherders; offering a glimpse into the traditions, values, and everyday lives that built this region from the ground up.

What makes the Village especially meaningful is its authenticity. The homes are thoughtfully curated with items from the actual descendants of local families, creating spaces that feel personal, lived-in, and deeply connected to Ely’s heritage. As you move from one home to the next, you experience not just history, but the layered identity of a community shaped by many cultures coming together.

Open from the first Friday in May through the last Saturday in September, the Village is both an educational experience and a gathering place. Signature events throughout the season invite visitors to step even further into the story, from the tradition of High Tea in the English House to the lively community BBQ following the Fourth of July parade.

Beyond the homes, the Village offers a generous outdoor setting that is ideal for private events, celebrations, and community gatherings. It is a place designed not only to reflect the past, but to continue creating shared experiences in the present.

Whether you come to learn, explore, or celebrate, the Renaissance Village offers a meaningful connection to the people and cultures that made Ely what it is today. 

Watch the video below to enjoy a personalized tour of the village by A. Robin!*

Book the Ely Renaissance Village

Host your next gathering in one of Ely’s most unique and memorable settings. The Ely Renaissance Village offers a beautiful blend of historic character and welcoming event space, perfect for weddings, celebrations, reunions, corporate gatherings, and community events.

The Village features two covered pavilions, generous outdoor space, and access to kitchen and bar facilities to help make planning simple and flexible for your event needs. Surrounded by historic homes that tell the stories of Ely’s immigrant and mining heritage, the setting creates an experience that feels both meaningful and distinctly local.

Whether you are planning an intimate gathering or a larger celebration, the Ely Renaissance Village offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop where history, culture, and community come together.

Interested in hosting your event at the Village? We would love to hear from you. As a volunteer-supported organization, email is currently the best way to reach us for inquiries, availability, and event information. We appreciate your patience and will respond as promptly as possible.

The Renaissance Village Gallery

*Credits for A. Robin Knows:

Produced by Dutch Marich, Written and Narrated by Virginia Terry, Directed by Dutch Marich & Virginia Terry, Assistant Director Dani Marich, Miner’s Cabin Andy Caylor, English House Jennifer Messina, Jillian Bath, Tom Bath, Caroline McIntosh, Basque House Judy Wolf, Anthony Ithurralde, Irish House Glenn Terry, Gretchen Derbidge, Thumbelina Warriax, Asian House Joyce Christensen, Greek House Ernie Flangas, Mark Caylor, Slavic House Mike Lemich, Dutch Marich, Spanish House Phil Leibold, Rebecca Wittig, Italian House, Marietta Henry, Mark Caylor, Andy Caylor, Adam Caylor, Robin Animation Kristen Murphy, Original Music by Kyle Skelton, Caterers, Carolyn Merrill, Cannie Souza, Thumbelina Warriax,

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