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We are hiring a Collections Assistant.  It would be for FY 2026 and 2027.  The job description is below. Position Title: Collections Assistant Period: Present to [...]

Archaeology Fair at Legacy of the Plains The fair will be held August 8th from 10 AM to 3 PM. It is free to the public, [...]

Friday, Oct 3, 2026 Midwest Theater  Doors open at  6:00 pm concert starts at 7:00 pm Tickets are $35 for floor seating, and $30 for Balcony [...]

Legacy of the Plains Museum will be hosting our American Stories: Celebrating 250 years event.  The event is a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the [...]

Our American Stories: Celebrating 250 Years! Join the Legacy of the Plains in celebrating the United States’ history through a series of presentations Saturday, June 6, [...]

Date: April 10, 2026 Time: 5:00 p.m. social: 6:30 p.m. dinner bell Location: Gering Civic Center Price: Tickets $40, Table (10 Tickets) $400 The Bandana Benefit [...]

Yuletide Lights The Museum Exhibit Hall is lit up with over 60 sets of Christmas lights! 4 to 6 pm on December 6th, 9th, 11th, 13th, [...]

Festive fun for the whole family! Hot chocolate, ornament making, Christmas card activities, horse-drawn wagon rides, and much more! New to the event: Scottsbluff Winters Farmer's [...]

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

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]