BUSHWHACKER JAIL MUSEUM

NEVADA, MO

Grateful Dead Bear Whilst we were visiting Fort Scott National Park, in BOURBON County, Kansas, Little Texas Aggie Trumpet Case Bear demonstrated one of his “special” skills. Well, skills other than being able to maintain a trumpet. Aggie Bear spent 15 years touring with the Grateful Dead as their “Tour Bear”. But, before that, he had a job as a circus bear. He told me that he was the Number #1 performing bear in the three ring circus. The clowns would stuff Little Texas Aggie Bear into a cannon and shoot him up into a net. “The kids love me!” exclaimed Little Aggie Bear.
Grateful Dead Bear Credit: flickr4jazz

The Bushwhacker Jail Museum is located in Nevada, Missouri and is a preserved jail from the 19th century. The museum is a popular tourist destination and is known for its rich history and unique architecture.

The museum is housed in a two-story brick building that was built in 1880. The jail cells are located on the second floor of the building and are still intact, showcasing the cramped conditions and minimal amenities that prisoners had to endure during that time.

The museum is dedicated to the history of the area and its role in the Civil War. It is named after the infamous Confederate guerilla fighters who operated in the area and were known for their brutal tactics. The museum features exhibits that display artifacts and memorabilia from the Civil War era, including weapons, uniforms, and other military items.

Visitors can take guided tours of the museum and learn about the history of the jail and its significance in the area. The museum also hosts events throughout the year, including reenactments and educational programs.

Overall, the Bushwhacker Jail Museum is a fascinating glimpse into the past and a must-visit destination for history buffs and anyone interested in the Civil War and Missouri's role in it.

BUSHWHACKER JAIL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEVADA MO. US MID #8402900313

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 55,408 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Grateful Dead Bear Whilst we were visiting Fort Scott National Park, in BOURBON County, Kansas, Little Texas Aggie Trumpet Case Bear demonstrated one of his “special” skills. Well, skills other than being able to maintain a trumpet. Aggie Bear spent 15 years touring with the Grateful Dead as their “Tour Bear”. But, before that, he had a job as a circus bear. He told me that he was the Number #1 performing bear in the three ring circus. The clowns would stuff Little Texas Aggie Bear into a cannon and shoot him up into a net. “The kids love me!” exclaimed Little Aggie Bear.
"Hung like a bear" Little Texas Aggie Trumpet Case Bear, Alamo Basement Aggie Ring, and I visited Fort Scott National Park, in BOURBON County, Kansas. As typical of many old army forts, it had a unique flag “pole”. Aggie Ring demonstrated to Little Texas Aggie Bear what soldiers of the 1800s did to little bears who were “unobliging”. Could this possibly be where the term, “Hung like a bear” originated?
Scottish Rite Temple Scottish Rite Temple (arch/build: Blaser & Vollmer; 1923-26), 110 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS. [Note: the Masons put the building up for sale in 2014 and moved to smaller quarters; the building was purchased in 2022.]
Ingham Building Ingham Building (c. 1890-1900; originally a plumbing business, now Crooner's Lounge), 117 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS.
Alexander Building Alexander Building (1887; originally housed a jewelry store and the Fort Scott Tribune steam printing plant on the first floor and the Y.M.C.A. on the second floor.), 109 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS.
Scottish Rite Temple Scottish Rite Temple (arch/build: Blaser & Vollmer; 1923-26), Entry, 110 S. Main St., Fort Scott, KS.
Milrose Block Milrose Block (1889; pressed metal facade; Italian Renaissance Style), 5-9 E. Wall St., Fort Scott, KS.
Commercial Block Commercial Block (1890; originally a dentist office was on the 2nd floor), 8 N. National Ave., Fort Scott, KS.
Crain Hardware Crain Hardware (1888; now Sharky's Pub), 16 N. National Ave., Fort Scott, KS.
"First Kansas Colored Infantry Regiment" mural "First Kansas Colored Infantry Regiment" mural (art: Cbabi Bayou; 2023), Fort Scott, KS.
Empress Building Empress Building, 7 N. Main St., Fort Scott, KS.
Crain and Nelson Hardware Building Crain and Nelson Hardware Building (1889; now La Hacienda restaurant), 24 N. Main St., Fort Scott, KS.

Contact BUSHWHACKER JAIL MUSEUM

VERNON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
212 W WALNUT ST
NEVADA
MO
64772-2341

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BUSHWHACKER JAIL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8402900313
Name VERNON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name BUSHWHACKER JAIL MUSEUM
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 430893906
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 56,267
REVENUE 55,408
LAT/LONG 37.836293, -94.351723
CODES FIPS State Code: 29
FIPS County Code: 217
US Census Tract: 950400
US Census Block: 3018