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Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park

Facts about Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park:

Overview of Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park - Facts, Trivia, and Historical Information : Located near Elyria Fort Hartsuff is typical of Plains infantry outposts It stood as a buffer between settlers and Indians in the North Loup River valley from 1874 81 Its nine major buildings were built of concrete which helped them withstand the passage of time Acquired as a historical park in 1961 it has been restored as it was when soldiers patrolled the Loup and Cedar river valleys and pioneered a new trail to the Black Hills gold fields in the 1870s Fort Hartsuffs Visitor Center is located

Services, Activities, Amenities, Attractions in Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park: Fort Hartsuff's Visitor Center is located in a historical building built in 1874, which originally housed the commanding officer's office. The area's Visitor Center features interpretive displays and brochures. The gift shop includes books for the serious historian and a wide range of gifts for people of all ages.

Contact Information:
Address:Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park, RR 1, Box 37 , Burwell, NEBRASKA, 68823-9801
Phone No:(308) 346-4715

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  • Attractions Near Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park

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    River

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    For more Information about Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park Kindly visit the official website:http://www.ngpc.state.ne.us/parks/guides/parksearch/showpark.asp?Area_No=74

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