Piper's Opera House

Piper's Opera House is a historic theater and opera house which was constructed in 1885. Constructed by the German immigrant and mayor of Virginia City, John Piper, the theater has seen performances by the likes of Lilly Langtree and John Phillip Sousa. The original structure, which was built in 1963, as well as the one built after it in the year 1978, were both burned to the ground and the current structure is the third one to have been built on this spot. Even today, the imposing building with its arched entryway hosts several musical and cultural events although it is primarily a museum which is open through the summer. Private parties, receptions and weddings are also hosted in these beautiful historic halls.