Heartland Storytelling Festival commemorates anniversary

In commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of Homestead Act of 1862, Homestead National Monument of America is pleased to present special programs during this year's Heartland Storytelling Festival, April 30-May 4.
The public is invited to join in the storytelling fun at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the Education Center. This year's storytellers are Pippa White, Rosie Curter and Darrin Crow. The performances will be held inside the Education Center and outside in the courtyard. Please dress for the weather. Not only can visitors hear great storyteller, but they can also see the original Homestead Act of 1862 on display at Homestead National Monument of America April 25-May 28.
Remember, Homestead National Monument of America has an exciting schedule of events planned for 2012, the 150th Anniversary of 1862. Keep up with the latest information by following them on Twitter (HomesteadNM) and Facebook (Homestead National Monument of America).
Homestead National Monument of America is a unit of the National Park Service located four miles west of Beatrice, Nebraska. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free of charge. For additional information, please call 402-223-3514 or visit http://www.nps.gov/home/index.htm.