Fort Atkinson State Historical Park

Fort Atkinson State Historical Park features reconstructed buildings from 1820, including military quarters, a school, and artisan workshops across its grounds.

Established in 1819, Fort Atkinson served as the first United States Army post west of the Missouri River until its closure in 1827.

The park presents regular demonstrations of military drills, blacksmithing, weaving, and traditional crafts performed by interpreters in period uniforms.

The Harold W. Anderson Visitor Center welcomes guests daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on weekdays and until 5:00 PM during weekends.

The fort marks the location where Lewis and Clark conducted their first formal council with Native Americans in 1804.

Location: Washington County

Address: 201 S 7th St, Fort Calhoun, NE 68023, USA 68023 68023

Opening Hours: Lunes-Viernes 08:00-16:00; Sábado-Domingo 08:00-17:00

Phone: +14024685611

Website: https://outdoornebraska.gov/fortatkinson

GPS coordinates: 41.45500,-96.01417

Latest update: March 8, 2025 14:16