Virginia City’s Hospital Turned Art Center

When silver ruled Virginia City, a priest brought the Daughters of Charity to build a hospital in 1876—complete with gas lights, plumbing, and running water—serving miners with affordable care for just $1 a month. Open until 1942, it lay dormant for two decades before rebirth as St. Mary’s Art Center in 1964, preserving its historic charm with a nurses’ staircase and original stove while adding a theater for performances. Now 150 years old, it’s a living link to America’s past, blending history with vibrant community life. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2d006c15d62da26d