Armistice Day: The Centennial
November 11 marks one hundred years since the Great War ended, it also marks one hundred years of honoring our veterans. In the beginning as the United States, as well …
“And the Bride Wore…”: Summer of Weddings at Legacy of the Plains
This wool suit and linen wedding dress worn in 1905.
Imagine Pachelbel’s Canon, the scent of fully-bloomed flowers greeting your senses, and an entire group of guests standing to …
Kindergarten Days!
Here at the museum, we have a special educational event with ESU 13. With help of volunteers and docents from the Legacy of the Plains, ESU 13 and WNCC Early …
Commemorating Panhandle Nebraska in WWI
On display in our rotating gallery until early May is a special exhibit about the Nebraska Panhandle’s involvement in World War One. This exhibit was chosen especially by the Executive …
Trees Along the Trail – Winning Trees!
After another exciting year of Trees Along the Trail, our annual holiday fundraiser, we are happy to announce our winning trees!
Our 1st Place winning tree is the Panhandle Quilt Guild!
In …
Winter Happenings at the Museum!
Winter, despite the often dismal weather, is an exciting time for us at the Legacy of the Plains Museum. Some of our most exciting events happen in our slower months. …
9th Annual Warrior Run
The 9th Annual Warrior Run took place on November 4, 2017. 170 participants showed up for the race. Despite the chilly weather and fog, participants were energetic. The purpose of …
To Never Be Forgotten: Veterans Day Exhibit 2017
The American flag stands proudly behind the Fallen Man Table.
Every year, Veterans Day is celebrated on November 11th. To honor all veterans that have served our country, both …
Vintage Halloween Exhibit Opens!
The year is 1927. It’s a dark, chilly October evening as you arrive to your best friend’s home. It is the night of Hallowe’en. You walk up the front steps …
Fall Festivities
Fall is officially upon us here in the North Platte valley. Now that temperatures are falling and the leaves are changing, another Harvest Festival has come and gone.