State Historic Site · Nebraska
John G. Neihardt State Historic Site
- Location
- Cuming County, Nebraska
- Nearest town
- 9.8 miles southeast of Pender
- Type
- State Historic Site
About John G. Neihardt State Historic Site
Museum exhibits at the Neihardt Center focus on the life and work of John Neihardt, who served as Nebraska's Poet Laureate. The buildings preserve his connection to Bancroft, Nebraska, where the site is located. Visitors can see displays documenting his literary career and the honors tied to his role as the state's poet laureate.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
John G. Neihardt State Historic Site is in Cuming County, Nebraska, 9.8 miles southeast of Pender. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
State parks near John G. Neihardt State Historic Site
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Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.