EXHIBITS
Journey through Hamilton County's pioneer history by touring our various exhibits.
All five buildings are located on our 6-acre campus.
The Bates House
Our lovely Victorian-era house built by Gen. Delevan Bates in the 1870's. Previously located at 903 9th Street in Aurora, the Bates House was donated to the Plainsman Museum by Anita & Jeff Powers, and was moved to museum grounds in 1998.
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* This exhibit is seasonal, and is open April - October. It is closed November - March.
One Room Schoolhouse
Our one room schoolhouse - also known as District 66 Fairview School - was in use from 1874 - 1954. The school was donated to the museum and moved to our grounds in 1986, and has been used to educate the public ever since.
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* This exhibit is seasonal, and is open April - October. It is closed November - March.
Blacksmith Shop
Originally owned by William Grieser of Hampton, NE.
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CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS!
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* This exhibit is seasonal, and is open April - October. It is closed November - March.
Burlington Northern Caboose
Donated to the museum by Burlington Northern in 2003, the caboose is located on the south side of the Agricultural Building. The caboose was moved to the museum grounds in 2004, and was restored in 2006.
