Fort Kearny State Historical Park Maps

Kearney, NE

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Fort Kearny State Historical Park Description

Originally a safe haven for Overland Trail travelers, Pony Express riders, and gold prospectors, Fort Kearny established in 1848, is now a state historical park preserved by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Visitors to the park can explore reconstructed buildings, including the stockade, parade grounds, powder magazine, and blacksmith/carpenter shop, and explore exhibits telling the story of the fort.

Coordinates
: 40.644, -99.005
Area
: 80 acres (0.32 km²)
Official Link
: Fort Kearny State Historical Park

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