Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Local Attraction: Saline Co. Museum is One-of-a-Kind

The Saline County Museum, located off Highway 33 in Dorchester, has resumed its regular hours. The museum is one of best and most affordable (it's free) family attractions in southeast Nebraska.

Ten buildings are located on five acres of land, including a chapel, railroad depot, a one-room schoolhouse, voting hall, post office, log cabin, and an agricultural machinery building. The museum's most unique exhibit, "In Loving Memory", is located in the chapel and depicts the changes in the way early Nebraskans dealt with death and funeral customs. This exhibit is the only one of its kind in Nebraska.

The Saline County Museum is operated strictly by volunteers. Hours are Sundays, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment. While there is no admission fee, donations are accepted.

3 comments:

  1. This museum is a gem. More should take time to visit.

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  2. The Henry Burden home should also be mentioned. It's quite a tribute to Saline County's first African-American pioneers.

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  3. The museum will be open on July 4th along with every Sunday. Stop and see the new displays. We have donations to the museum almost every Snday. If anyone would be interested in helping with some of the projects just stop at the museum on Sunday and make yourself known. It really is fun and what a wonderful way to get to know more about Saline County.
    Judy

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