Project
S.N.O.W.
Preserve, Share and Inspire
Our mission is to preserve the winter sports and Olympic history of the Sierra Nevada Region, to share stories of the legends of winter, and to inspire generations to experience the wonder and passion of our unique mountain spirit.
Our Key Initiatives
Historical
Significance
California and Nevada
Winter Sport Collection
Milestone
Moment
The 1960 Winter Olympics
Hall of Fame
Celebrating Our Regional Winter Sports Legends, Then and Now
Our Vision
Our vision is to establish a place where the evolution of winter sports in the Sierra Nevada and the 1960 Winter Olympics can be researched, studied, and displayed in an inspiring, environmentally beautiful building.
We will create a space where local legends can be recognized and celebrated, and where both residents and visitors from all over the world can gather and experience the pioneering spirit that built this magical place.
Amazing Stories
1960 Winter Olympics – Daily Report for 25 February 1960
VIII OLYMPIC GAMESSQUAW VALLEY, CALIFORNIA FINAL RESULTS: February 25, 1960Photo Credits 01-04 Source: SQUAW VALLEY, CALIFORNIA FINAL REPORT. Published by the California Olympic Commission.Mens 4 x 10km Cross Country Relay In the 4 x 10 kilometer cross country relay,...
1960 Winter Olympics – Daily Report for 24 February 1960
VIII OLYMPIC GAMESSQUAW VALLEY, CALIFORNIA FINAL RESULTS: February 24, 1960Photo Credits 01-04 Source: SQUAW VALLEY, CALIFORNIA FINAL REPORT. Published by the California Olympic Commission.Mens 500m Speed Skating The U.S.S.R., which had dominated the speed skating...
1960 Winter Olympics – Daily Report for 23 February 1960
VIII OLYMPIC GAMESSQUAW VALLEY, CALIFORNIA FINAL RESULTS: February 23, 1960Photo Credits 01-04 Source: SQUAW VALLEY, CALIFORNIA FINAL REPORT. Published by the California Olympic Commission.Ladies 3000m Speed Skating The U.S.S.R., which had dominated the speed skating...
Our Partners & Sponsors
Get Involved
Through generous donations, grants and the enduring support of the Tahoe Truckee community, we have built a passionate team to bring the vision to a reality in the near future. Yet, there is much work to be done. Please consider a contribution to the foundation through the Community Campaign or by contacting the S.N.O.W. Sports Museum team to get involved.
