DAWES COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

CHADRON, NE

20210719-RD-LSC-0148 The unique garage of Ron Miller, in Chadron, NE, on July 19, 2021. Rain barrels are used to catch the water runoff at each corner. Then when needed, the water is gravity drained through a hose to the gardens around it. The garage features a glass upper story that includes reused windows from demolition projects at Washington State University, Chadron Stare College near by, and the former St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance, NE. The locals call it the Taj Garage.
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The Dawes County Historical Museum is located in Chadron, Nebraska and is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of Dawes County and the surrounding regions. The museum is housed in a beautiful 19th-century building that was once the Chadron State Normal School. The building was constructed in 1913 and has since been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum features a wide range of exhibits that highlight the history of the region from prehistoric times to the present day. Visitors can explore displays that focus on Native American culture, the settlement of the region by European pioneers, and the development of local industries like agriculture and ranching.

Some of the most popular exhibits at the museum include a replica of a pioneer kitchen, an early 20th-century classroom, and a collection of antique automobiles. The museum also has a research library and archives that are open to the public, allowing visitors to delve deeper into the history of the region.

Overall, the Dawes County Historical Museum is a must-see attraction for anyone interested in the history of the American West. With its engaging exhibits, knowledgeable staff, and beautiful historic building, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the past of Dawes County and the surrounding area.

DAWES COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CHADRON NE. US MID #8403100078

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

20210719-RD-LSC-0148 The unique garage of Ron Miller, in Chadron, NE, on July 19, 2021. Rain barrels are used to catch the water runoff at each corner. Then when needed, the water is gravity drained through a hose to the gardens around it. The garage features a glass upper story that includes reused windows from demolition projects at Washington State University, Chadron Stare College near by, and the former St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance, NE. The locals call it the Taj Garage.
20210719-RD-LSC-0149 The unique garage of Ron Miller, in Chadron, NE, on July 19, 2021. Rain barrels are used to catch the water runoff at each corner. Then when needed, the water is gravity drained through a hose to the gardens around it. The garage features a glass upper story that includes reused windows from demolition projects at Washington State University, Chadron Stare College near by, and the former St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance, NE. The locals call it the Taj Garage.
20210719-RD-LSC-0150 The unique garage of Ron Miller, in Chadron, NE, on July 19, 2021. Rain barrels are used to catch the water runoff at each corner. Then when needed, the water is gravity drained through a hose to the gardens around it. The garage features a glass upper story that includes reused windows from demolition projects at Washington State University, Chadron Stare College near by, and the former St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance, NE. The locals call it the Taj Garage.
20210719-RD-LSC-0151 The unique garage of Ron Miller, in Chadron, NE, on July 19, 2021. Rain barrels are used to catch the water runoff at each corner. Then when needed, the water is gravity drained through a hose to the vegetable and ornamental gardens around it. The garage features a glass upper story that includes reused windows from demolition projects at Washington State University, Chadron Stare College near by, and the former St. Joseph Hospital in Alliance, NE. The locals call it the Taj Garage.
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DAWES COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
341 COUNTRY CLUB RD
CHADRON
NE
69337

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MID # 8403100078
Name DAWES COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 42.796372, -103.018413
CODES FIPS State Code: 31
FIPS County Code: 045
US Census Tract: 950700
US Census Block: 4067