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Legacy of the Plains Museum
2930 Old Oregon Trail
Gering, NE 69341
(308) 436-1989
info@legacyoftheplains.org

America's roots run deep at the Legacy of the Plains Museum.

Located on the Oregon Trail, the Legacy of the Plains Museum features an impressive collection of pioneer and early community artifacts, antique tractors, and farm implements; an 80-acre working farm; historic farmstead structures; and striking views of Scotts Bluff National Monument. Come live the timeless stories of the Nebraska prairie.

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Events

There’s always something
special going on
at LPM.

Our Collections

We’ve got unique archives and artifacts you can’t find
anywhere else.

It's Easy To Get Here

Legacy of the Plains is located in Gering, Nebraska, just three hours from Denver and a short detour off I-80. We’re perfect for a weekend destination or a fun stop on a cross-country trip.

Happenings at Legacy of the Plains

Oregon Trail Wagon Train

OREGON  TRAIL WAGON TRAIN
Friday, June 20, 2025
 Wagon rides, kids’ activities, pedal tractors, live animals,50/50 raffle
         5:00 PM     Doors Open
     6:00 PM     Dinner Bell …

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2025 Annual Membership Meeting

Annual Meeting Information
March 20, 2025
7:00 PM
Legacy of the Plains Museum

Agenda is below.

Welcome………………………………………..Dave Wolf

Introduction…………………………………….Eleanor Shimek

Business Meeting…………………………….Eleanor Shimek

Minutes…………………………………Jack Preston
Financial/Treasurer’s Report………..Susan Wiedeman
Election of Board Members…………Eleanor Shimek

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Bandana Benefit February 28

Date: February 28, 2025

Time: 5:00 p.m. social: 6:30 p.m. dinner bell
Location: Gering Civic Center
Price: Tickets $40, Table (10 Tickets) $360

The Bandana Benefit is one of Legacy of the Plains’ biggest fundraisers. …

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