# Event Details

- **Event Name**: NV History Kittie Wilkins: The Remarkable Life of the West’s Premier Horse Breeder and Businesswoman
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 02:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Nevada History - On The GO! Series 2026

Guest speaker, Richard Dorman will talk about Kittie Wilkins: The Remarkable Life of the West’s Premier Horse Breeder and Businesswoman.

Kittie Wilkins was an extraordinary woman whose life defied the conventions of her time. Born in the American West, she received a consistent education despite her family’s frequent relocations to various boomtowns, where her father, J.R. Wilkins, established businesses aimed at serving mining communities. After devastating fires destroyed their ventures in Boise, Idaho and Tuscarora, Nevada, the Wilkins family settled in the Bruneau Valley along the Snake River. There, they established a ranch where they raised cattle and horses, including capturing and domesticating wild horses from the nearby Jarbidge range.

Following her graduation, Kittie embarked on an extensive tour of the United States, broadening her perspective and refining her ambitions. Upon her return, her father entrusted her with full authority over the ranch’s horse breeding, training, and sales operations. She became the most prominent horse breeder and stock saleswoman in the West, amassing a fortune and earning widespread recognition.

This presentation explores the compelling story of Kittie Wilkins—a trailblazing entrepreneur whose legacy continues to inspire.

Richard H. Dorman is a man of many passions, including history, music, theater, and geology—interests he enthusiastically shares with others. His deep fascination with the history of Jarbidge, Nevada and the last stagecoach mail robbery in 1916 led him to uncover and revive the stories of several women whose contributions had long been overlooked or forgotten.

We want to thank our community partner, Sierra View Library for hosting this free series at 4001 S. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89502.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/reno/nv-history-kittie-wilkins-the-remarkable-life-of-the-west’s-premier-horse-breeder-and-businesswoman/200029546889320
- **Event Categories**: business, workshops, art, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 55

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Reno
- **state**: NV
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Sierra View Library 4001 S Virginia St Reno NV 89502
- **lat**: 39.48582
- **long**: -119.79587
- **full address**: Sierra View Library 4001 S Virginia St Reno NV 89502, 4001 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502-6019, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is NV History Kittie Wilkins: The Remarkable Life of the West’s Premier Horse Breeder and Businesswoman being held?
  - **A:** NV History Kittie Wilkins: The Remarkable Life of the West’s Premier Horse Breeder and Businesswoman takes place on Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 02:30 pm at Sierra View Library 4001 S Virginia St Reno NV 89502, 4001 S Virginia St, Reno, NV 89502-6019, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing NV History Kittie Wilkins: The Remarkable Life of the West’s Premier Horse Breeder and Businesswoman?
  - **A:** NV History Kittie Wilkins: The Remarkable Life of the West’s Premier Horse Breeder and Businesswoman is organized by Nevada Historical Society.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** NV History Kittie Wilkins: The Remarkable Life of the West’s Premier Horse Breeder and Businesswoman is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Reno, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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