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Nelson Pioneer Farm Museum, Oskaloosa, IA
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Nelson Pioneer Farm Museum

A pioneer farm and museum in Mahaska County, Iowa, run by the Mahaska County Historical Society.

2211 Nelson Lane, Oskaloosa, Iowa 52577 · Oskaloosa, IA

About Nelson Pioneer Farm Museum

The site is a historic farm where a Mahaska County family settled in the 1840s and raised children. Later it became home to the county historical society. Visitors can explore the buildings on their own during summer, or attend special event days with programs, demonstrations, and games. Exhibits include a medical history display with a restored doctor's examination room and a history of nursing.

  • #pioneer history
  • #farm
  • #living history
  • #self-guided
  • #family-friendly

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