The Harold W. Andersen Visitor Center and Museum requires an admission fee of $2.00 per adult and $1.00 for children under 13 (under 3 is free). The Visitor Center and Museum will be open during the following dates/times:
A valid NE State Park Permit is required.
| Dates | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|
| May 4th - May 26th | Weekends Only | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| May 27th - September 2nd (Memorial Day to Labor Day) | Daily | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| September 3rd - October 6th | Weekends Only | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
Living History Weekends
Volunteers portray life at the 1820's military fort. Each event weekend has a different theme and activities planned.
Interpretive hours from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., is as follows:
| Dates | Weekend Theme |
|---|---|
| May 4th & 5th, 2019 | |
| June 1st & 2nd, 2019 | |
| July 6th & 7th, 2019 | 4th of July Celebration |
| August 3rd & 4th, 2019 | |
| August 31st & Sept 1st, 2019 | Military Timeline |
| October 5th & 6th, 2019 | Washington County Heritage Days |
| November 2nd, 2019 | Annual Candlelight Tour |
For further information, contact the site at 402-468-5611, ngpc.fort.atkinson[at]nebraska.gov, or write to: Ft. Atkinson SHP, PO Box 240, Ft. Calhoun, NE 68023-0240.
A valid NE State Park Permit is required.