At the museum we have a small research library that contains books on museum topics, items in the museum, and books that relate to Sherman County history. The history books range from Custer, to the railroad to life on the plains. One book however that caught my eye was Courtship Letters of J
Ready for another Behind the Scenes look at what happens at the museum? Well here we go! Here at the museum we have a photograph collection, with lots of great photographs that depict Sherman County and Goodland history. Some of the photographs focus on people, equipment, agriculture and busin
On September 21, 22, and 23, 1886 Sherman County had its first fair! It looked different from the fair we know today. They still had crafts, livestock, and agricultural products, but also had pony and horse races and a baseball game! (more…)
Get ready for some fun at the High Plains Museum, Carnegie Arts Center, and the Goodland Public Library during the first week of March. The “First Week” monthly event in Goodland features family friendly programming that provides a great opportunity to get out and enjoy Goodland culture and hi
Hello again! This is Sami with another look at what is going on behind the scenes in the museum. Here at the museum we are in the process of taking care of the collections. This not only means making sure that the collections we have stay in good condition but it also means disposing of objects
When Sherman County was first started children went to school in one room school houses. It was very different from how it is now, with some children only going three months and eight grades were taught in the same room all together! Teachers taught with whatever they had on hand and boys and gi
In 1887 there was a vote on which town should be the county seat. The towns in the running were Goodland, Sherman Center, Eustis and Voltaire. A first vote determined that Goodland would be county seat, but after debate and accusations that the election was decided before a vote could take place
Happy Valentine’s Day! It’s Sami and I am going to tell you all about the Valentine’s Day night the museum is having. Parents, would you like a date night but do not know what to do with the kids? Bring them to the museum! We will have crafts, games and a story from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. (more&h
8 WONDERS OF KANSAS GUIDEBOOK WINS AWARD The Kansas Sampler Foundation was recently notified that their "8 Wonders of Kansas Guidebook" won first place in the North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) category for travel book or guide. (more…)