The Palmer-Epard Cabin was built in 1867 from mixed hardwoods, by George W. Palmer about 14 miles northeast of the Monument. It is representative of local construction style and considered luxurious in size measuring 14×16 feet. The cabin was moved to Homestead National Monument in June of 1950 and placed on a concrete foundation and rehabilitated by park employees. It was moved in 1954 away from Nebraska Highway 4 right of way and then again in 1961 to the present site behind the visitor center. Photos: nps.gov

Two major companies in the landscaping industry recently awarded a major grant to Homestead National Monument of America. Located just west of Beatrice, Neb., Homestead National Monument is a unit of the National Park System. The grant, in the amount of $33,890, donated in conjunction with Exmark and Toro, will be used to create all-new outdoor exhibits that will be placed throughout the monument?EUR??,,????'?????<

Two major companies in the landscaping industry recently awarded a major grant to Homestead National Monument of America. Located just west of Beatrice, Neb., Homestead National Monument is a unit of the National Park System. The grant, in the amount of $33,890, donated in conjunction with Exmark and Toro, will be used to create all-new outdoor exhibits that will be placed throughout the monument?EUR??,,????'?????<

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The 100 acres of tallgrass prairie at Homestead National Monument has been restored to approximate the plants and animals that once covered the central plains of the US. This restoration has been managed by the National Park Service for over 60 years, making it the second oldest restoration of tallgrass prairie in the nation, and the oldest in the National Park System. This bit of land supporting the ancient flowers and grasses that once covered the plains gives visitors a glimpse of the landscape of past centuries.

About Homestead National Monument of America

Homestead National Monument of America is a unit of the National Park System located just west of Beatrice, Neb. Visitors can tour the national homesteading museum at the Homestead Heritage Center and visit the Homestead Education Center, where they will see an 1867 homesteader log cabin and a farm implement exhibit. Over two miles of trails are located on 100 acres of restored tallgrass prairie. The Freeman School, an original one-room brick schoolhouse built in 1872, may also be visited. Admission to all events, exhibits, and displays is free of charge.

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