Old Genoa Bar - Nevada Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

The Old Genoa Bar claims to be the oldest continuously operated "thirst parlor" in the state of Nevada. This term was probably adopted because of the ban on liquor during Prohibition, making the term bar of questionable use.

Marker Title (required): Old Genoa Bar Marker Text (required): In 1863, Al Livingston built this building and called it Livingston’s Exchange. In 1884, Frank Fettic bought it and renamed it Fettic’s Exchange. He operated it as a “Gentlemen’s Saloon” allowing no rough stuff or excessive drinking. It subsequently had three more owners until 1963 when Robert Carver purchased it. Now known as the “Old Genoa Bar” it is the oldest continually operating thirst parlor in the State of Nevada. “No Horses Allowed.” County (required): Douglas Marker Type (required): Metal Plaque Other Marker Type (optional): None Is Marker Damaged? (required): No Other Damage Type (optional): None URL - Website (optional): [Web Link] Marker Number (If official State Marker from NV SHPO website above, otherwise leave blank): Not Listed

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