Mayhew Cabin with John Brown's Cave
Mayhew Cabin with John Brown's Cave
Mayhew Cabin with John Brown's Cave
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khanson24
Emporia, KS93 contributions
Sep 2018 • Couples
What a great place to find out a little bit about how the Underground Railroad got people to freedom and how Nebraska City played a role in that.
Written October 3, 2018
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TerryBonJovi
Omaha, NE240 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
This place is a nice little bit of history about the Underground Railroad. I've been here before. Liked the tour & grounds. Have great memories of that. Was in Nebraska City for the day & decided to take a spin by here. It was closed for the season. Was able to see the buildings & grounds. It's been 9 years since I've been here. Don't think the picnic tables have been painted since before that time. Realize it's historical but the buildings & the land around them could use a little bit up upkeep & maintenance done. Other than that, this is a definite must-see if you're in Nebraska City!
Written October 2, 2018
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Bestadidas_Traveller
Omaha, NE118 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
We travelled with 3 kids over the weekend of the Juneteenth celebration. This is a great stop for a short history lesson. The staff was extremely helpful and even passed out flashlights for the kids to visit the 'cave.' This was a great stop.
Written July 13, 2018
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artsmomColumbus
Columbus NE119 contributions
Jun 2018 • Solo
I found this to be extremely interesting. The lady "hosting" was very knowledgeable regarding not only its history but the layout and artifacts. I am SO glad to have taken the time to explore here!
Written June 21, 2018
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ben r
Maryville, MO367 contributions
Apr 2017 • Couples
We were making a day trip across Southeast Nebraska and decided to stop here. It was a cheap and local history. I understand the buildings and grounds are all ran on donations mainly but the grounds need some upkeep and the buildings. It would be nice if they could fix the tunnel/cave under the building that was once used. I would still stop and make the donation to keep this place open. It is a nice piece of local history.
Written January 8, 2018
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jonathanstelling
Nebraska City, NE37 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
The history of this place is very interesting and the village portion fun too when they are doing the reenactment stuff. Otherwise, it's a cabin and a cave with history.
Written September 13, 2017
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tiffanybrasch
Omaha, NE306 contributions
Sep 2017 • Family
How cool! There is a nice little museum and you can actually go in and explore the cabin and cave. Great history of slavery in Nebraska. Must do!
Written September 9, 2017
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Erin F
Omaha, NE86 contributions
May 2017 • Family
Mayhew cabin was built in 1855, in Nebraska City and is the only Underground Railroad site in Nebraska officially recognized by the National Park Service.
The staff is friendly and well informed and the museum (though small) offers some informative and interesting exhibits. All ages will learn about the Underground Railroad, slavery, Harper's Ferry, and Nebraska City history. The cabin has been moved from its original site because of road development but the cave was recreated on the new site and you can walk inside. Don't forget to visit the church after you view the cabin!
The staff is friendly and well informed and the museum (though small) offers some informative and interesting exhibits. All ages will learn about the Underground Railroad, slavery, Harper's Ferry, and Nebraska City history. The cabin has been moved from its original site because of road development but the cave was recreated on the new site and you can walk inside. Don't forget to visit the church after you view the cabin!
Written July 5, 2017
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Susan M
Maui, HI2,304 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
We came to tour the cabin and cave and read the history and it's only open Thur. thru Sunday noon to 5pm. Disappointing, but we'll come back another time since we're both very interested in the history!
Written May 16, 2017
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Happy Traveler
Kansas City, MO290 contributions
Dec 2016 • Friends
Closed for winter; but, can see it from Hwy 2 in NE City. History of most recognized site in Nebraska on the National Park Service Underground Railroad Network to Freedom. Visitors can tour the cabin, cave, and Exhibits. Open late April through October.
Written December 10, 2016
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singingchef2018
Omaha, NE
What hours are you open this Memorial Day Weekend
mayhewcabin
Nebraska City, NE
We are open from Noon to 5 p.m. each day this weekend including Memorial Day.
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