Garfield County, County in Nebraska, United States.
Description
Garfield County is a rural county in Nebraska with the North Loup River running through its southwestern section. The landscape consists of open grasslands and agricultural fields typical of the Great Plains.
History
The county was established in 1884 and named after James A. Garfield, the 20th US President. Settlement followed the patterns of westward expansion and land development typical of that era.
Culture
Agriculture forms the backbone of local life, with farming and ranching visible throughout the region. This land-based way of living has shaped how people in the area connect with their surroundings.
Practical
Burwell serves as the county seat and administrative center with local services and facilities. Visitors typically find it easiest to start in Burwell where most information and services are located.
Did you know?
Calamus Reservoir State Park extends partly into the county, offering water recreation and wildlife viewing opportunities. This unexpected natural refuge provides a contrast to the surrounding farmland.
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Dowse Sod House
48.2 km
Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park
18.9 km
St. Anselm's Catholic Church, Rectory and Parish Hall
79.7 km
Rad Slavin cis. 112 Z.C.B.J. Hall
34.4 km
Olson Nature Preserve
73.3 km
Church of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
59.5 km
A.T. Ranch Headquarters
40.3 km
St. Michael's Catholic Church Complex
55.8 km
Sargent Bridge
43.7 km
Dannevirke Danish Lutheran Church and Community Hall
67.2 km
Garfield County Frontier Fairgrounds
17.4 km
First Presbyterian Church
56.3 km
Loup City Township Carnegie Library
68.3 km
North Loup Bridge
46.3 km
Burwell Carnegie Library
17.5 km
People's Unitarian Church
32.4 km
Elkhorn River Bridge
76.7 km
Sherman County Courthouse
68.4 km
Greeley County Courthouse
53.4 km
Brantly Sturdevant House
71.1 km
Former Wheeler County Courthouse
35.5 km
Valley County Courthouse
32.3 km
Holt County Courthouse
69.1 km
Old Nebraska State Bank Building
68.9 km
Custer County Courthouse
77.3 km
Brenizer Library
79.1 km
Broken Bow Carnegie Library
77.2 km
Tiffany Theater
77.2 km
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