Explore the Museum Exhibits

Learn about the impacts of the Homestead Act on the United States and the world. The museum at the Homestead Heritage Center focuses on the following themes:

• Legislating Westward Expansion
• Agricultural Revolution
• Displacement of American Indians
• Migration and Immigration
• Confronting Reality of Life on a Homestead
• Meeting Daily Challenges
• School Days - Then and Now
• First and Last Homestader
• Success and Failure
• Legacy of the Homestead Act

While exploring the exhibits you might want to consider picking up a booklet to become a Junior Ranger or a Not-so-Junior Ranger.

Details

Duration

15-90 Minutes

Activity

Museum Exhibits

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Heritage Center

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

Exhibits are are two levels. An elevator is available.

Exhibits are audio described. Audio descirption device is avialble upon request.

There are various interactive exhibits. Gloves are available to be able to touch objects in the exhibit.