Facts below are drawn from the linked sources.
Approximate area. The map shows only a rough area for this place, not an exact location.
Real history
Fort Hartsuff was active from 1874 to 1881; its original buildings survive in a state historical park (Wikipedia).
Ghost stories
We found no well-sourced ghost legends for this place. It is listed for its abandoned history.
Then and now
Public access
Open to the public Nebraska Game and Parks says the grounds are open daily and the buildings open seasonally, May through September (Nebraska Game and Parks). Last checked: Nov 1, 2026.
Explore more
- More places in Elyria and Nebraska
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- Nearby: Trails and Rails Museum (Kearney, NE), Dobytown (Kearney, NE), Joslyn Castle (Omaha, NE), General Crook House Museum (Omaha, NE)
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