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A Midsummer Thimble

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Germany was the center of production for this object that became a fingers best friend while sewing, a token of love and something Peter Pan has.  What is the object?  It is a thimble! (more…)

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Stories From Abroad

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The High Plains Museum is celebrating cultural exploration through the exhibit “Connecting Lives Sharing Culture: 100 Years of AFS” now on display through January 11, 2014. The AFS Club is an international student exchange program which fosters cultural exchange and understanding. Goodland’s c

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Ride like the wind Bullseye!

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It is believed that horses were first domesticated around 5,000 to 6,000 years ago.  Horses have helped make history in our country by helping us build communities, farm, build our industry and go to war.  Where were humans during this?  Either walking beside the horse or sitting in a saddle. (mo

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Let It Shine!

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Have you ever thought about what it would be like to have to try and communicate a message to someone without a phone, radio, or computer?  What if all you had was a lantern?  Would you be able to send messages using signals?  That is exactly how railroad workers from the 1850’s to roughly the

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Let’s Not Play Hide & Seek With Our Tools

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Commercials during the holiday season portray these objects as something every man wants.  Put a bow on it and it’s ready to go!  Despite the fact that advertisements are geared toward the male population, many females also use this object.  What is this gender bending object?  A tool chest! (

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It is but a flesh wound … that I can fix!

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Businesses, public service jobs, and households probably have one.  This object may not see a lot of use, but when we need it, we know exactly where to go for it.  What is this object that so many of us use?  It is a First Aid Kit. (more…)

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International Dance Day Cancelled

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International Dance Day which is October 1st at the High Plains Museum has been cancelled.  Instead the closing reception January 11 from 1-5 will feature dances from around the world.  Currently at the High Plains Museum is the exhibit "Connecting Lives, Sharing Culture: 100 Years of AFS."  The

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Passport Program: Flag Style

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The Passport Program for October will be held October 5 from 1-5 PM.  The Passport Program is a come and go event where the community can learn about something new and make a craft.  You can also collect your Passport To Culture and earn stamps. October's Passport Program will be all about flags

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You Get A Stamp! You Get A Stamp! Oh Wait… Only Notaries Get Stamps!

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We’ve all seen important documents that have an official seal and a signature.  Did you know that the signature belongs to a notary and the seal or stamp they use is an official sign that says the person signing that document was honest and knew what they were signing? (more…)

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Hear Ye, Hear Ye … It’s Constitution Day

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Have you ever wanted to learn more about the United States Constitution?  Have you ever wondered if other countries have constitutions?  If you have, come to the High Plains Museum September 17 from 7-9 PM and learn about constitutions on Constitution Day! Constitution Day is a day to learn about

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