The Palmer Epard Cabin and Heritage Center at Sunset
Homestead National Historical Park
National Historical Park · NE
The Homestead Act of 1862 transformed the world. Millions were invited to file claims including families, women, immigrants, and formerly enslaved people. Over 10 percent of the United States was homesteaded! The land, long inhabited by indigenous cultures, changed forever. Homesteaders created settlements and farms, drove industrial advancement, and built our nation chasing the American Dream.
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Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good2 visitor centers
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available15 activities
Park Name
InfoHomestead National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoNE
Phone
Info4022233514
home_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoTrails and park grounds are open from sunrise to sunset. Picnic areas are available at the Education Center and Heritage Center. There are a total of 3.0 miles of trails through the tallgrass prairie and woodland.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Heritage Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Education Center
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Themes & Topics
InfoAfrican American Heritage, Arts, Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite + 20 more
Weather Info
InfoHomestead NHP's weather can vary quite a bit, even in a single day. In the summer, average daytime highs can exceed 80°F (27°C), only to drop 20 or more degrees when a thunderstorm rolls through. Wint
Getting There
InfoThe park is 4 miles west of Beatrice on State Highway 4. From the U.S. 77 and U.S. 136 intersection in downtown Beatrice take U.S. 136 approximately 1.2 miles west. Turn right onto Nebraska Highway 4
Location
Info40.2880° N, -96.8339° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website