News Release

Homestead National Historical Park to Host Living History Demonstrations

Date: August 26, 2021
Contact: Amber Kirkendall, [phone]

Homestead National Historical Park News Release  

For Immediate Release  

Release Date: 08-26-21 

Contact: Amber Kirkendall [phone] 

Homestead National Historical Park to Host Living History Demonstrations 

Beatrice, Nebraska – Homestead National Historical Park will host living history demonstrations on Saturday, September 4, from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM. Chore demonstrations will be led by Park Rangers and volunteers. Hands on crafts will include button toys and journaling on the back patio of the Heritage Center!  

In addition to the living history activities, two special presentations are scheduled. 

• 10:00 AM-12:00 PM: Historic Farming with Blue Valley Antique Club.  Members will disk and drill the Heritage Center’s demonstration field with historic farm equipment.   
• 2:00 PM: School Day 1872, a ranger-led talk will take place outside of the Freeman School and will explore what it was like to be a student at the Freeman School in 1872 

Superintendent Mark Engler remarked that “Living History demonstrations are a fun family activity. It allows our guests to experience historically relevant activities.”  

For more information, contact Homestead National Park at: 402-223-3514. 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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