Notice: Museum Re-opening
The Plainsman Museum's Main Building will be re-opening to the public on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 under the guidance of the most recent directives from the Center for Disease Control and the Central District Health Department.
As directed by the CDC and Central District Health Department, we are asking that visitors support the museum staff and volunteers in the following changes:
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If you feel sick or have a fever, please do not visit the Plainsman Museum.
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Please wear a cloth or medical mask, particularly if you are in contact with others where it is difficult to maintain a 6-foot distance.
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Please maintain at least 6 feet between yourself and other visitors, staff or volunteers not in your party.
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A plexiglass barrier has been added to the admissions desk.
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Wash your hands and use the hand sanitizer station upon entering and leaving the building.
HOURS
Tuesday - Friday.................... 9 am - 4 pm
Saturday ................................ 9 am - 2 pm
Closed Sundays and Mondays
* Closed July 4th, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
ADMISSIONS
Adults.................................................. $7.00
Senior Citizens (age 60+).................. $5.00
Students (age 5 - 17)......................... $4.00
Under 5................................................ Free
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AAA Discount $1 off!
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We are a Blue Star Museum - military families with ID get in free Memorial Day through Labor Day!
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Reciprocal benefits for NARM members:
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Standard daytime admission for membership holder(s)
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Standard daytime admission for children/grandchildren under the age of 18
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25% discount for additional guests
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Group Admissions Available
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Schools Welcome!
To Schedule a Tour:
Online: Request a Tour
Email: plainsman@hamilton.net
Phone: 402-694-6531
DIRECTIONS
From I-80 take Exit #332
Go north (toward Aurora) for 3 Miles.
Museum is on east side of Highway 14 (aka 16th St.)
From Intersection of Hwy 34 & 14 in Aurora
Turn south on Highway 14 for approximately 1/2 mile.
Museum is on the east side of the street.
Get directions on Google Maps - Directions


Traveling by electric vehicle? We have two charging stations in our area!
Nearby PEV Charging Station Locations:
208 16th Street
Aurora, NE 68818
1118 N Street
Aurora, NE 68818