Most famously known for its motto “Biggest Little City in the World,” this arch is located on Commercial Row  at the cross section of N Virginia Street, right between W 3rd and W 2nd Streets of downtown Reno. Originally built in 1926 to promote the Nevada Transcontinental Highway Exposition. Over the years there have been 3 arches that have stood in this location, thecurrent arch was installed in 1987. This arch has been featured in many movies as well as having many events that take place underneath it such as Hot August Nights.

The original Reno Arch is located just around the corner on Lake Street, where it was moved in 1995.

For more information on the history of the Reno Arch click here.

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