The Little-Known Fort Hartsuff Historical Park Is One Of Nebraska's Hidden Gems
Delana Lefevers
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If you’re a fan of military history – or history in general – you’re in the right place. Here in Nebraska, we treasure our roots and we love sharing everything that makes our home state special. There are tons of historical attractions that attract people from far and wide, but this one is a little less known. Next time you’re out by Burwell or heading to Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area, take a unique detour to a cool hidden gem in Nebraska, the Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park, for a one-of-a-kind day trip.
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A Nebraska park permit is required to enter Fort Hartsuff; you can buy one online or at the park. If you would like to visit the Visitors’ Interpretive Center, there is also a nominal admission fee.
Have you ever visited this unique park in Nebraska?
After your visit, escape into nature to explore the beauty, history, and serenity of some of one of the most overlooked state parks in Nebraska.
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Are there any historical landmarks in Nebraska?
Get up close and personal with Nebraska's history at one of the state's numerous historical sites. Battlefields, ghost towns, military remnants, and more fill every corner of the Cornhusker State with history and peeks into the past that will appeal to history buffs of all ages. In fact, Nebraska has 20 official national historic landmarks in addition to its plethora of state sites, historic places, and places of interest.
- Arbor Lodge State Historical Park, Nebraska City
- Ash Hollow State Historical Park, Lewellen
- Boys Town
- Captain Meriwether Lewis Dredge, Brownville
- Fort Atkinson, Fort Calhoun
- Fort Robinson, Crawford
- Mormon Trail Center at Winter Quarters, Omaha
- Nebraska State Capitol Building, Lincoln
- Robidoux Pass, Gering
- Sen. George Norris Home, McCook
- Susan LaFlesche Picotte Hospital, Walthill
- Willa Cather House, Red Cloud
What are the coolest museums in Nebraska?
Sitting snugly in the route of countless pioneers migrating west, the trans-continental railroad, and more, Nebraska is literally overflowing with museums that are dedicated to preserving its history and the history of America itself. From small town specialty museums to nationally ranked art and history museums, here are just a few of the coolest museums in Nebraska:
- Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art, David City
- Bigfoot Crossroads of America, Hastings
- Freedom Park, Omaha
- G.W. Frank Museum, Kearney
- Hollywood Pinball & Arcade Museum, Omaha
- International Quilt Museum, Lincoln
- Joslyn Art Museum, Omaha
- Klown Doll Museum, Plainview
- Kregell Windmill Factory Museum, Nebraska City
- Lewis & Clark Pulley Museum, Crofton
- Museum of Nebraska Art, Kearney
- Museum of the Fur Trade, Chadron
- Museum of Shadows, Omaha
- National Museum of Roller Skating, Lincoln
- Pierson Wildlife Museum & Learning Center, Neligh
- Plainsman Museum, Aurora
- Sheldon Museum of Art, Lincoln
- Sandhills Heritage Museum, Dunning
- Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, Ashland