Stuhr Museum

The Stuhr Museum is a pioneer life museum in Grand Island featuring more than 100 authentic buildings arranged as a recreated 1890s town. The collection displays artifacts and structures that illustrate various aspects of how people lived during the pioneer era.

The museum was founded to preserve the story of pioneers in Nebraska and bring their settlements to life through recreated buildings. This collection and reconstruction document an important part of westward expansion in the United States.

The Railroad Town brings pioneer daily life into view through original buildings where visitors can watch traditional crafts being practiced. These structures show how people lived and worked during that era.

The museum spreads across a large property with pathways connecting many buildings, so wear comfortable shoes and plan time to explore thoroughly. Guided tours and demonstrations are available during peak seasons to help visitors understand the structures and displays more fully.

The museum served as a filming location for several well-known films about pioneer life, using its authentic buildings and landscape as a backdrop. These productions made the property a recognized setting for historical drama films.