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The stories of Scotts Bluff National Monument include tales of Native travelers, brave emigrants, the efforts to establish the monument we know today, and the ongoing conservation efforts to protect this geologically significant landmark on the Great Plains.
New Deal Programs at Scotts Bluff
Depression-era New Deal programs have left a lasting legacy at Scotts Bluff National Monument. 
Soap Box Derby at Scotts Bluff
From 1939 until 1951, the Soap Box Derby was one of the most popular annual events at Scotts Bluff National Monument. 
The Mormon Odometer
Odometers were used by Mormon Pioneers to measure their progress to the Salt Lake Valley. 
The Horse Creek Treaty
Explore the history of the Fort Laramie Treaty of 1851, also known as the Horse Creek Treaty. 
The Five Rocks of Scotts Bluff
Learn about the famous "Five Rocks" of Scotts Bluff National Monument. 
The Road Through Scotts Bluff
Many different groups of people have traveled past Scotts Bluff throughout the ages. 
The Transcontinental Telegraph
The first Transcontinental Telegraph passed through Mitchell Pass inside what is now Scotts Bluff National Monument. 
S.S. Scotts Bluff: Forgotten Contributor
The SS Scotts Bluff and the other ships in her class played a pivotal role in the campaigns of World War II. |
Last updated: December 1, 2023