Nicknames: Sagebrush State; Silver State; Battle Born State
Origin of name: Spanish: “snowcapped”
Capital: Carson City
Governor: Kenny Guinn
Entered Union (rank): Oct. 31, 1864 (36)
Motto: All for Our Country

Nevada's riches do not grow from its land; rather, almost incredible wealth lies below its surface. Although copper mining is now much less dominant than before, Nevada is the nation's leading producer of gold, silver, and mercury. And who hasn't heard about the bright lights and entertainment that await you on the famous Las Vegas Strip. Named the fastest growing Metropolitan area in the United States.