Pawnee Bill Ranch, Historic ranch and museum in Pawnee County, United States
Pawnee Bill Ranch is a historic property spanning 500 acres with a mansion as its centerpiece and several outbuildings from the frontier era. The main house sits alongside a barn, blacksmith shop, and log cabin, all positioned near a river that flows through the land.
A prominent Wild West show organizer built the ranch in the early 1900s and constructed the mansion in 1910. Additional structures including a large barn were added over the following years, establishing the property as a significant witness to that era.
The place tells the story of frontier times through its collections focused on Wild West shows and early settler life. Visitors can see how people worked and lived with the land back then.
The site is open to visitors on multiple days throughout the week with access to all buildings and grounds. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended since exploring the different structures and expansive property takes time and involves moving around the site.
The property maintains herds of bison and longhorn cattle that graze on the land, keeping ranching traditions from the past alive. These living animals show visitors how livestock management actually worked during frontier times.
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