Welcome to the Nevada information page! Take a look around and learn more about Nevada's history, and view some interesting facts and pieces of trivia. You can also find tips for scenic road trips and information about NV auto insurance. If you are moving to the great state of Nevada, you will be interested in tips to help you get started including: information about changing your driver's license, help with getting an auto insurance quote and even a handy Allstate Moving Checklist to get you organized.
The state of Nevada encompasses 110,567 square miles and is ranked 7th in the nation's total area. It was the 36th state to enter the union on October 31, 1864. Nevada's name was derived from Sierra Nevada meaning snowy range in Spanish.
- Construction worker Hard Hat's were first invented specifically for workers on the Hoover Dam in 1933.
- The longest morse code telegram ever sent was the Nevada state constitution. Sent from Carson City to Washington, D.C. in 1864.
- Las Vegas has the majority of the largest hotels in the world.
- Nevada is the largest gold-producing state in the nation. It is second in the world behind South Africa.
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Driving in Nevada
Visit the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles to learn more about important basics like vehicle registration, obtaining your driver's license, and requirements for ID Cards.
The First Step When Moving
Contact your Allstate agent or call 1-800-ALLSTATE (1-800-255-7828).
Things to Consider Before Moving
Will I need to change my insurance coverage? Should I buy or rent my new place? What can I afford? Relax! We'll help you sort through your
options.
Moving Tools and Tips
There's a lot to keep track of when you move. Our
checklists will help you so moving will be a breeze.
Always check out the
moving company's registration number, references and complaint history at
Relocation.com. This is important, even if your move is within Nevada.
Need an Insurance Policy in Nevada?
Find out if switching to Allstate might save you money by getting an
auto insurance quote today (it's easy!). You can also talk to an
Allstate agent right in your neighborhood or call
1-866-621-6900 to get a quote over the phone.
Some suggested scenic road trips.
Preview upcoming events, historic sites and museums. Find transportation information along with state maps at the Nevada State Tourism site.
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