News Release

Homestead National Historical Park’s Mussel Survey and Restoration Project to be Featured at Third Campfire

News Release Date: July 19, 2021

Contact: Amber Kirkendall, [phone]

Homestead National Historical Park News Release

For Immediate Release

Release Date:

Contact: Amber Kirkendall [phone]

Homestead National Historical Park’s Mussel Survey

and Restoration Project to be Featured at Third Campfire

Beatrice, Nebraska – Summer Campfire programs will continue at Homestead National Historical Park on July 24, 2021, at 7 p.m.! Jorge Vargas-Barriga, Resource and Interpretation intern through the Mosaics in Science program at Homestead National Historical Park, will detail the significant role played by freshwater mussels and the efforts of the National Park Service and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission to stock the Fatmucket and Plain Pocketbook mussels. Following the talk, musician Terry Keefe of Lincoln will perform traditional fiddle music. 

This campfire program will be held at the campfire ring behind the Education Center.  Folding chairs will be available to guests, but we welcome lawn chairs and blankets as well. Insect repellant and water are highly recommended.  

“The Mussel Survey and Restoration Project helps prevent the loss of this important freshwater contributor,” stated Mark Engler, Superintendent. 

For more information on available accommodations please contact Accessibility Coordinator, Amber Kirkendall at [phone].  

Remember, Homestead National Historical Park has an exciting schedule of events planned for 2021. Keep up with the latest information by following us on Twitter (HomesteadNHP) and Facebook (Homestead National Historical Park). 

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