Stuhr's 2009 Calendar of Events

GRAND ISLAND, STUHR MUSEUM - From a special evening relaxing under the stars to a brisk afternoon on a bicycle to forms of recreation you may have never heard of, Stuhr Museum has scheduled a wide ranging and exciting range of special events in 2009.

While many favorites persist, such as our All Hallows Eve, Christmas Past & Present and 4th of July Celebration, several new events in 2009 deserve special attention:

Stuhr Under the Stars (May 29) - Cinema and history collide during this special event where Stuhr will host a family film, shown in our historic 1890s Railroad Town, and follow it up with special historical activities and games based on the movie! Check back soon for more information.

Sports and Leisure Weekend (June 19 - 21) - Run, ride, roll, catch, watch and play during this weekend full of sports and games. The public can participate in a variety of competitions, all played with old time rules, lingo and customs. From cards to foot races, we've got something for every speed, age and ability.

Bikes and Hikes (September 19) - Stuhr closes traffic to cars during this event to let hikers and bikers rule the grounds! Events include historical bicycle displays, foot tours of the grounds, special bike paths and the "Tour de Stuhr" race.

Here's a full list of 2009 Events:

Jan. 31 & Feb. 1: "It's Quilting Time" Quilt Show and Exhibit, 9-5 Sat., 12-5 Sun.
February 7: Prairie Princess Party, 1-3 p.m.
March 14: Spring Fever Day, 1-4 p.m.
May 1: Summer Opening of Outdoor Exhibits
May 16: Visitor and Hall County Appreciation Day, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE ADMISSION!
May 25: 1899 Memorial Day, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
May 29: Stuhr Under the Stars, 8-10 p.m.
June 19 - 21: Sports and Leisure Weekend, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Fri. & Sat., Noon - 5 Sun.
July 4: 1899 Independence Day Celebration, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
July 24: Cowboy Night, 6-9 p.m.
August 8 & 9: 1899 Agricultural Fair, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
August 16: Sunday Afternoon with Tom & Huck, Noon to 5 p.m.
September 5, 6 & 7: Back to School in Railroad Town, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Monday, Noon - 5 p.m. Sunday
September 19: Bikes and Hikes, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
September 26: Harvest Festival, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
September 30: Last day open for all Outdoor Displays
October 16 & 17: All Hallows Eve, 6-9 p.m.
November 14: Nebraska Food Festival, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
December 5, 11, 12 & 13: Christmas Past & Present, 6-9 p.m. except the 13th, 2-5 p.m.

In addition, a list of the 2009 Exhibits include:

Jan. 12 - Feb. 1: "It's Quilting Time" Quilt Show
Jan. 12 - Feb. 1: Stuhr Quilts Back From The Smithsonian
Feb. 13 - April 10: Wings Over the Platte Art Exhibition and Sale
April 17 - May 4: Hall County Student Art Show
May 15 - Sept. 13: Generations of Sport: A Stuhr Exhibit
Sept. 21 - Nov. 22: Art & Sketch Club Exhibition and Sale
Nov. 30 - Jan. 3, 2010: Fantasy of Trees

For more information on any of these events, contact the museum at (308) 385-5316.