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SUMMARY:The Great Rearrangement: From Crinoline to Bustle\, 1860-1890
DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of Victorian fashion with Indian Creek Historical Fashions at Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park. Living historian Rayma Volkmer brings history to life in this entertaining\, eye-opening look at how women’s fashion shaped daily life in the 19th century. Watch stunning Victorian silhouettes appear — from corset to bustle to full outer gown — all created using historic techniques and sewn on traditional treadle machines. \nDid you know? A fully dressed Victorian woman could be wearing over 20 pounds of clothing — and she did it without zippers or elastic! And here’s the fun part: one lucky audience member will be invited onstage to become part of the program\, experiencing Victorian fashion firsthand — from the corset out to the finished gown. \nCome laugh\, learn\, and see history worn right before your eyes. because at Indian Creek Historical Fashions\, we’re Bringing History to Life! \nThis program is sponsored by the Friends of Fort Hartsuff. \nHistorical buildings and gift shop are open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is $5 fore ages 13 & up\, $1 for ages 3-12\, and no charge for ages 2 & under. \nA vehicle park entry permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/the-great-rearrangement-from-crinoline-to-bustle-1860-1890/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T163000
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SUMMARY:Death on the Plains: 1876 at Fort Hartsuff
DESCRIPTION:Fort Hartsuff continues its 150th Anniversary with a commemoration of the 1876 Battle of the Blowout and honors for a fallen soldier. Join us May 16th & 17th for reenactments\, presentations\, and living history. \n  \nSaturday Activities \n10:30 a.m. – Call for help from the fort and ride out to battle \n11 a.m. – MJ Jadick presents “What Just Happened? The Unfolding of the Battle of the Blowout” \n11:45 a.m. – Alan Bartels presents “Sifting through Sandhills: Rediscovering the Site of the Battle of the Blowout” \n1:30p.m. – Dr. Jean Lukesh presents “The Trooper’s Message on the Wall” \n2:15 p.m. – Garry Wells presents “Military Occupation of the North Loup Valley” \n3 p.m. – Return with a fallen soldier and preparations for a funeral \nMay 16 is Free Fishing and Park Entry Day. Museum admission fees still apply. \n  \nSunday Activities \n11 a.m. – Battle of the Blowout Narration\, Eulogy for Sgt. William H. Dougherty\, and Funeral Procession around the parade ground \nHistorical buildings and gift shop open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nLiving history ongoing both days.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/death-on-the-plains-1876-at-fort-hartsuff-2/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260517T163000
DTSTAMP:20260330T214055Z
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SUMMARY:Death on the Plains: 1876 at Fort Hartsuff
DESCRIPTION:Fort Hartsuff continues its 150th Anniversary with a commemoration of the 1876 Battle of the Blowout and honors for a fallen soldier. Join us May 16th & 17th for reenactments\, presentations\, and living history. \n  \nSaturday Activities \n10:30 a.m. – Call for help from the fort and ride out to battle \n11 a.m. – MJ Jadick presents “What Just Happened? The Unfolding of the Battle of the Blowout” \n11:45 a.m. – Alan Bartels presents “Sifting through Sandhills: Rediscovering the Site of the Battle of the Blowout” \n1:30p.m. – Dr. Jean Lukesh presents “The Trooper’s Message on the Wall” \n2:15 p.m. – Garry Wells presents “Military Occupation of the North Loup Valley” \n3 p.m. – Return with a fallen soldier and preparations for a funeral \n  \nSunday Activities \n11 a.m. – Battle of the Blowout Narration\, Eulogy for Sgt. William H. Dougherty\, and Funeral Procession around the parade ground \nHistorical buildings and gift shop open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nLiving history ongoing both days.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/death-on-the-plains-1876-at-fort-hartsuff/2026-05-17/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T163000
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SUMMARY:Fort Hartsuff Rendezvous & Living History
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park on June 19-21 for a living history weekend rendezvous. \nFort Hartsuff was built as the fur trade era was coming to an end. But the US Army relied on hunters and guides like “Happy Jack” Swearengen and Conrad “Little Buckshot” Wentworth as government scouts. Fur traders and trappers had spent years learning about the territory and the native people. Explore fur trade era living history with volunteers who embody the mountain men\, explorers\, and early entrepreneurs of the American West. \n  \nThe historical buildings and gift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nAdmission: $5 (ages 13 & up)\, $1 (ages 3-12)\, no charge for ages 2 & under. \nA valid vehicle park entry permit is required. \n  \nVolunteers needed – Living history volunteers and vendors with interest in attending\, please contact the park.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/fort-hartsuff-rendezvous-living-history/2026-06-19/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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SUMMARY:Fort Hartsuff Rendezvous & Living History
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park on June 19-21 for a living history weekend rendezvous. \nFort Hartsuff was built as the fur trade era was coming to an end. But the US Army relied on hunters and guides like “Happy Jack” Swearengen and Conrad “Little Buckshot” Wentworth as government scouts. Fur traders and trappers had spent years learning about the territory and the native people. Explore fur trade era living history with volunteers who embody the mountain men\, explorers\, and early entrepreneurs of the American West. \n  \nThe historical buildings and gift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nAdmission: $5 (ages 13 & up)\, $1 (ages 3-12)\, no charge for ages 2 & under. \nA valid vehicle park entry permit is required. \n  \nVolunteers needed – Living history volunteers and vendors with interest in attending\, please contact the park.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/fort-hartsuff-rendezvous-living-history/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T213705Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Hartsuff Rendezvous & Living History
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park on June 19-21 for a living history weekend rendezvous. \nFort Hartsuff was built as the fur trade era was coming to an end. But the US Army relied on hunters and guides like “Happy Jack” Swearengen and Conrad “Little Buckshot” Wentworth as government scouts. Fur traders and trappers had spent years learning about the territory and the native people. Explore fur trade era living history with volunteers who embody the mountain men\, explorers\, and early entrepreneurs of the American West. \n  \nThe historical buildings and gift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nAdmission: $5 (ages 13 & up)\, $1 (ages 3-12)\, no charge for ages 2 & under. \nA valid vehicle park entry permit is required. \n  \nVolunteers needed – Living history volunteers and vendors with interest in attending\, please contact the park.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/fort-hartsuff-rendezvous-living-history/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260402T204623Z
CREATED:20260402T204401Z
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SUMMARY:Live Concert: 43rd Army Band of the Nebraska National Guard at Fort Hartsuff
DESCRIPTION:The 43rd Army Band of the Nebraska National Guard is comprised of citizen-soldiers from across the state of Nebraska. As part of its 2026 Annual Training\, the band will conduct a concert tour throughout north-central Nebraska. The unit includes several ensembles\, and the full concert band will perform at Fort Hartsuff on Thursday\, June 25\, at 7 p.m. The concert band presents a wide variety of concert literature and patriotic selections\, ranging from traditional to contemporary works\, designed to entertain audiences of all ages. \nThe concert will be held in the picnic area. Visitors are welcome to bring camp chairs\, blankets\, and picnic food and drinks to enjoy the evening outdoor concert. In case of inclement weather\, the concert will be moved into the barracks. \nFree admission. A valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry. \n 
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/live-concert-43rd-army-band-of-the-nebraska-national-guard-at-fort-hartsuff/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260627T160000
DTSTAMP:20260513T160128Z
CREATED:20260511T154228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T160128Z
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SUMMARY:The American Revolutionary War: Commemorating the US 250th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:This year marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence! To commemorate this historic anniversary\, join us at Fort Hartsuff SHP on Saturday\, June 27 in an exploration of the uniforms\, weapons and flags of the American War for Independence.\n\nReenactor and historian Shane Johnson will share his exciting collection with visitors through a presentation at 2 p.m. Items will be on display in the soldiers’ barracks until 4 p.m.\n\n\nThe historical buildings and gift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.\nAdmission: $5 (ages 13 & up)\, $1 (ages 3-12)\, no charge for ages 2 & under.\nA valid vehicle park entry permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/the-american-revolutionary-war-commemorating-the-us-250th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260711T153000
DTSTAMP:20260512T214036Z
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SUMMARY:Author Jeff O'Donnell at Fort Hartsuff
DESCRIPTION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park presents an afternoon of history with author Jeff O’Donnell on Saturday\, July 11. \n  \nPresentations: \n1 p.m. – The North Brothers & The Pawnee Scouts \n2:30 p.m. – Stories from “Amazing Tales of the Old West”\, including “How William Thompson Lost his Scalp” and “Pinned Together with an Arrow: The Amazing Martin Brothers Story” \n  \nJeff O’Donnell is the author of nine books about Nebraska including “Amazing Tales of the Old West”\, “Blood on the Republican”\, “Luther North\, Frontier Scout” and “Starkweather: A Story of Mass Murder on the Great Plains”. He has appeared nationally on the Investigative Channel and Showtime. He also plays Buffalo Bill at the Burwell Rodeo. He is retired and lives in Hastings\, Nebraska. \n  \nThe historical buildings and gift shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nAdmission: $5 (ages 13 & up)\, $1 (ages 3-12)\, no charge for ages 2 & under. \nA valid vehicle park entry permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/author-jeff-odonnell-at-fort-hartsuff/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T120000
DTSTAMP:20260629T140025Z
CREATED:20260629T135940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T140025Z
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SUMMARY:Paint the Pickets at Fort Hartsuff
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers are needed to help paint picket fence at Fort Hartsuff! Honor America’s 250th Anniversary by participating in this Nebraska Volunteer in Parks (VIP) Challenge on Saturday\, Aug. 1 from 9 a.m. to noon. \nWe will provide water\, snacks\, and all the materials for painting fence. Please wear weather and work appropriate clothing for painting. Open to families\, groups\, and individuals of all ages and abilities. Please contact the park with any questions. \nA valid vehicle park entry permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/paint-the-pickets-at-fort-hartsuff/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260818T210129Z
CREATED:20260813T215354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T210129Z
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SUMMARY:"George Custer and The Great Plains: History\, Landscape and Legacy" by Jeff Barnes
DESCRIPTION:Join Jeff Barnes\, Humanities Nebraska speaker and author of “The Great Plains Guide to Custer” on Saturday\, Sept. 19 at 2 p.m. at Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park to learn about George Custer. Barnes will discuss the nine years of George Armstrong Custer between his First Stand in Nebraska in 1867 to his Last Stand at Little Bighorn in 1876.  \nThis was a period of great transition on the Great Plains and for better or worse\, Custer helped bring it\, implement it\, and end it. Custer both loved and was awestruck by our Great Plains. Barnes will cover the historical events of the general’s time here and share images from following Custer’s trail for nearly forty years from both the ground and the air.  \nHumanities Nebraska (HN) provides major funding for this program. HN receives support from the National Endowment for the Humanities\, the Nebraska State Legislature\, the Nebraska Cultural Endowment\, and private donations. \nHistorical Buildings & Gift Shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is required to tour the historical buildings. \nA valid state park vehicle permit is required for park entry.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/george-custer-and-the-great-plains-history-landscape-and-legacy-by-jeff-barnes/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T163000
DTSTAMP:20260728T213241Z
CREATED:20260728T213037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T213241Z
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SUMMARY:1897 Camp Thayer at Fort Hartsuff
DESCRIPTION:Explore Nebraska’s frontier military history leading up to the Spanish-American War with a reenactment of an 1897 Nebraska National Guard training camp. Named after Colonel John M. Thayer\, a prominent figure in Nebraska’s military history and former governor\, this living history day brings to life the daily routines\, challenges\, and triumphs of the National Guard soldiers in the 1890s. \n  \nActivity Schedule\nLiving history ongoing all day. \nWeapons & Drill Demonstrations: 1-4 p.m. \nHistorical Buildings & Gift Shop open 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. \n  \nADMISSION: $5 (13yrs & up)\, $1 (3-12yrs)\, no charge for ages 2 and under \nA valid vehicle park entry permit is required.
URL:https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/1897-camp-thayer-at-fort-hartsuff/
LOCATION:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park\, 82034 Fort Ave.\, Burwell\, NE\, 68823
CATEGORIES:Parks
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