Legacy of the Plains Museum

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.

Plan A Visit

What to see,
when to come,
how to get here.

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.

Support Us

We can’t do
what we do
without you.

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

New Membership Levels and Fees Effective June 1 2021

2 weeks ago

Beginning June 1, 2021, The Legacy of the Plains will have revised membership levels and fees.

Membership levels 2021

Thank You Humanities Nebraska

4 months ago

In an effort to help Museums, galleries, and other historical institutions, Humanities Nebraska has provided COVID relief grants. The Legacy of the Plains was lucky to receive $10,000 in May …

2020 Harvest Festival

8 months ago

Harvest Festival

The Legacy of the Plains Museum is gearing up for their 24th Annual Harvest Festival. There is a lot of fun and excitement to be experienced while at …

Quilt and Beef Raffles

8 months ago

Quilt and Beef Raffles

“Lush”

Due the generous donations of Wanda Mowry and Babbette Berger, we have two quilts we are raffling off. Tickets are $5.00 a piece and both quilts …