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Legacy of the Plains does possess an era recruitment poster, however we are unable to display the original due to poor condition.

To give back to those that have …

We are currently looking for non-profit, schools groups, or church affiliated groups enter our Trees along the Trail Christmas Tree Decoration Contest!  It is a great way for the general …

Circle Theatre Brings Japanese Storytelling to Life at Legacy of the Plains Museum

Event Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Location: Legacy of the Plains Museum, Gering, Nebraska
Admission: Free to the Public!

Gering, NE — Circle Theatre invites the Gering and Scottsbluff community …

September 4, Legacy of the Plains Museum 6:00 pm

“Riders on the Orphan Train” is the Official outreach program of the National Orphan Train Complex and Museum in Concordia KS. We are i

n our …

Join us for the First Annual Archaeology Fair August 23, 2025.  The event will start at 11:00 am and end around 3 pm.  The event is free to the public, …

Weaving a Nation
Nebraska Chautauqua – Gering/Scottsbluff 2025

Explore the lesser-known stories from our country’s rich tapestry of backgrounds in commemoration of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States! …

The position will focus on basic maintenance projects and grounds keeping. The positions will also be required
to help out with events and other museum projects.
Responsibilities: The specific duties of this …

New addition to the Oregon Trail Days lineup at the museum will be the National Stagecoach and Freight Wagon Association’s Annual Membership meeting.  We are excited to have them apart …

One of the best times of the year is Oregon Trail Days!  We will be continuing the tradition by hosting an after parade lunch.  The event will be held Saturday,

July …

OREGON  TRAIL WAGON TRAIN
Friday, June 20, 2025
  The dinner will be held at the Gering Civic Center and will have kids’ activities and a 50/50 raffle.
     5:00 PM    …