Last updated: 12/21/2011
Oskaloosa, Iowa
Street Address
2211 Nelson LaneOskaloosa, IA 52577
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 278Oskaloosa, IA 52577
phone: 641-672-2989
e-mail: curator@nelsonpioneer.org
web: www.nelsonpioneer.org/

Hours

May to October
Daily 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Admissions

Stdents - $2.00
Adults - $7.00
Members - free

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Description

Founded in 1844, the Nelson homestead is one of the premier historic attractions in Mahaska County. The property, maintained by the Mahaska County Historical Society, Inc., a non-profit, educational institution, now features historic buildings from all over Mahaska County, providing visitors a glimpse of what life was like for Iowans in 19th century America. The Nelson home, built in 1853, and the Nelson barn, built in 1856, are the focal point of the museum and are designated National Historic Sites by the U.S. Department of Interior.

Mission

A Project of the Mahaska County Historical Society, Inc.

History

2008 will be the 50th year on the land donated to us by the Nelson Family.

Artifact Collections

Mostly of pioneer origin up to the 1930's.

Library
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars, Members
Appointment required: No
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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