Museum of the Fur Trade

This first industry of the West involved Native Americans with trappers and traders of several nationalities. The Bordeaux Trading Post, built in 1837, stands on the museum grounds.

Getting There & Details

Admission
Admission for non-members $2.50 adults, 15 & under free when accompanied by an adult, otherwise $1.
Address
3 mi. east on U.S. 20
Phone
(308) 432-3843
Map
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Open Memorial Day-Sept 30, 8am-5pm daily. Also by appointment from 8 am-5 pm during off season Not available for visitors from Nov 1 - Apr 1. Handicapped Accessible.

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