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Gage County Historical Society & Museum The Gage County Historical Society & Museum in historic downtown Beatrice, Nebraska. It is housed in the Burlington Railroad Depot built in 1906.

Gage County Historical Society and Museum is located in Beatrice on the corner of 2nd and Court streets. the depot was presented to the Gage County Historical Society by the Burlington Northern Railroad in 1973. The Museum's displays show the history of the industries, businesses, medicine, communities and the people of Gage County. The Museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

🌙 Venetian Nights Fundraiser — Winners Announced!Thank you to everyone who visited, voted, and celebrated creativity wit...
10/13/2026

🌙 Venetian Nights Fundraiser — Winners Announced!
Thank you to everyone who visited, voted, and celebrated creativity with us during this year’s Venetian Nights Fundraiser. Our decorated canoes brought so much joy, imagination, and community spirit to the Museum.

🎉 Here are your 2026 winners:

🥇 1st Place — Swan Serendipity
Decorated by The Wilson Family

🥈 2nd Place — The Welsh Connection
Created by The Great Plains Welsh Heritage Center

🥉 3rd Place — No Place Like Home
Designed by Traubel’s Popcorn

🏅 4th Place — Weaving Our Community Together
Crafted by Beatrice YMCA

Every canoe told a story, and every vote helped bring those stories to life. Thank you for supporting the Museum and celebrating the creativity of our community. We can’t wait to see what next year brings.

Join us at the Odell, NE Library for a Historical Program about the Odell Vinegar Factory, presented by Cassandra from t...
10/11/2026

Join us at the Odell, NE Library for a Historical Program about the Odell Vinegar Factory, presented by Cassandra from the Gage County Historical Society.

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
5:30-6:30 pm

This is a FREE event.
RSVP to Joyce @ 402-239-5810

Light refreshments provided

10/10/2026

We have a braiding machine!

Come out today and see Roger's new toy!

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Filley Stone Barn

10/10/2026

We have engines!

Come out today to our Harvest Festival!

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Filley Stone Barn

Vendor Spotlight: JWRhine Photography (Wendy Rhine)Wendy brings a stunning collection of her photography to the Harvest ...
10/10/2026

Vendor Spotlight: JWRhine Photography (Wendy Rhine)
Wendy brings a stunning collection of her photography to the Harvest Festival this Saturday. Her images highlight the beauty of rural Nebraska and the everyday moments that make our region shine.
Be sure to visit her booth and support a talented local artist.

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SOLD OUT!Our Farm to Table event has reached full capacity. Thank you, Gage County — you showed up in a big way. More co...
10/10/2026

SOLD OUT!
Our Farm to Table event has reached full capacity. Thank you, Gage County — you showed up in a big way. More community events are on the horizon.

The Gage County Museum will be closed today as our staff is at the Harvest Festival and Farm to Table events at the Fill...
10/10/2026

The Gage County Museum will be closed today as our staff is at the Harvest Festival and Farm to Table events at the Filley Stone Barn.

Come enjoy a day of local history, agriculture, food, and community fun — we’d love to see you there!

10/08/2026

Ready… set… SPLASH
This year’s Harvest Festival is adding a brand‑new kids’ activity: Rubber Duck Races
Kids can pick their duck, cheer it on, and see who makes it to the finish line first.
It’s simple, silly, and guaranteed to bring big smiles.
Join us for hands‑on history, fall fun, and a little friendly duck competition at the Filley Stone Barn.

🐾 Vendor Spotlight: Three Hounds Leather & Craft 🐾We’re thrilled to welcome Three Hounds as a vendor this weekend at the...
10/07/2026

🐾 Vendor Spotlight: Three Hounds Leather & Craft 🐾
We’re thrilled to welcome Three Hounds as a vendor this weekend at the Harvest Festival!
If you love unique, handmade items (or need a fun little gift), be sure to stop by their booth and see what they’ve been creating.
Local makers like Three Hounds make our events extra special, and we’re excited to have them with us.
https://threehoundsleatherandcraft.com/

See you this weekend at the Filley Stone Barn! ✨🧶

After a full day of fun at the Harvest Festival, we invite you to stay for a beautiful Farm to Table Dinner at the Fille...
10/06/2026

After a full day of fun at the Harvest Festival, we invite you to stay for a beautiful Farm to Table Dinner at the Filley Stone Barn on October 10th!

🕓 4:30 PM — Silent Auction Opens
Enjoy beverages and snacks as bidding begins.
(No alcohol provided)

🍽️ 5:00 PM — Dinner Begins
🥧 6:15 PM — Silent Auction Ends
Must be present to win

Dinner Menu
• Garlic Fennel Marinated Smoked Pork Loin
• Sundried Tomato & Basil Sliced Baguettes
• Corn & Steamed Green Beans w/ Bacon
• Chopped Vegetable Salad, Tossed Salad, or Broccoli Salad
• Iced Tea & Iced Water
• Apple & Pecan Pie for dessert

🎁 Silent Auction Highlights
Canoes from Venetian Night · Sports Tickets · Restaurant Gift Certificates · Dempster Memorabilia · Artwork · Quilt · Many other items

🎟️ Tickets: Members $25 | Non‑Members $35

🌟 Sponsorships Available
Barnyard — $100 (table advertising + 2 tickets)
Farmhouse — $250 (table advertising + Facebook advertising + 4 tickets)

All proceeds benefit the Gage County Historical Society & Museum and the Filley Stone Barn.
Make it a full day of history, community, and great food — we’d love to have you stay for the evening.

Call: 402-228-1679 to purchase tickets.

Address

101 N 2nd Street
Beatrice, NE
68310

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

(402) 228-1679

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