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8523 West State Highway 4 Beatrice, NE 68310 The 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 and follow the signs. After the road has curved west and you have traveled 4 miles, you will enter Homestead National Historical Park and see signs for the different buildings at the park. Homestead 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. Winter lows fluctuate day to day and year to year, but average lows were measured at about 16°F (-9°C) for January and February over a 20-year period. Wind is common throughout the year. Entrance Fee-free This site is fee-free year-round. No entrance fee or pass is required. Heritage CenterThis National Park site houses the National Homesteading Museum. State-of-the-art exhibits present homesteading in an interactive setting. Such topics as the Act's influence on immigration, agriculture, industrialization, native tribes, the tallgrass prairie ecosystem, and Federal land policies are presented in an educational and thought-provoking manner. Education CenterHomestead National Historical Park uses the Education Center to provide today's visitors the opportunity to meet their quest for further knowledge about homesteading through hands-on arts and crafts or living history demonstrations, real life science experiences, and distance learning. The Education Center also hosts many temporary exhibits and special programs. Talk to the Ranger in the Education Building (or at the Heritage Center) about these opportunities. Public WiFi is available.
Cellular data service is generally available throughout the park. Public wifi is available at both the Homestead National Historical Park Heritage and Education Centers. Wifi is not reliably available while hiking on the prairie. Welcome to Homestead National Historical Park!Visit any time of year to explore exhibits, trails, and events. This site provides essential information for visiting Homestead National Historical Park. Learn about operating hours & seasons, fees & passes, permits & reservations, and visiting with pets. The Homestead National Historical Park Heritage Center and Educaiton Center both provide free public wireless internet services. 
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Last updated: September 19, 2024