The Plainsman Museum collects, preserves and illustrates the history of Hamilton County, Nebraska. Begin your “journey through yesterday” in the rotunda of the main building by viewing acclaimed murals and a mosaic floor along with exhibits detailing the history of the permanent settlement of Hamilton County and Native American artifacts. The story continues as you pass through the covered wagon and find yourself experiencing life on the plains as seen through the eyes of local African American and Immigrant pioneers. Examine a real sod house and log cabin. Stroll down the boardwalk of an entire historic town. Explore our seasonal buildings, including the Wesley Huenefeld Agricultural Building, which houses our antique cars, trucks, farm equipment and an entire farmstead. Relive the past as you visit our District 66 one-room schoolhouse, Grieser blacksmith shop and the home of Civil War General Delevan Bates and his wife Lana Bates.