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Oakland, Nebraska

Hunter-gatherers of the Early Archaic period intermittently reoccupied a campsite on a now deeply buried terrace of Logan Creek located southwest of Oakland. Archeological excavations revealed successive layers, each representing a reoccupation of the site. The site dates 6000-4000 B.C. and offers an unusually rich record of activity during this early period of Nebraska's prehistory. Inhabitants hunted bison and obtained a wide variety of smaller game, fish, and wild plant foods. Logan Creek was occupied during a dry, warm climatic episode in the central and western Plains, which may have forced human groups to elocate to areas like Logan Creek in the eastern margins of the Plains. Listed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks.

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Logan Creek Site

Hunter-gatherers of the Early Archaic period intermittently reoccupied a campsite on a now deeply buried terrace of Logan Creek located southwest of Oakland. Archeological excavations revealed successive layers, each representing a reoccupation of the site. The site dates 6000-4000

Oakland, NE Archaeology

Swedish Heritage Center

The Swedish Heritage Center is housed in the beautiful former Swedish mission Covenant Church building. Oakland's own Swedish museum and gift shop was opened in 1989 and features free monthly cultural programs.

Oakland, NE Museums

Troll Stroll Nature Walk

Opened in 1987, Troll Stroll has become one of Nebraska's most unique and charming tourism attractions. A one-of-a-kind nature walk, found nowhere but in the Midwest, the Troll Stroll features a scenic 3/4

Oakland, NE Trails

Oakland Golf Course

Oakland Golf Course is a beautiful 18

Oakland, NE Golf Courses

Things to do near Oakland, NE

Niobrara SP Interpretive Center

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Eldorado Hills Golf Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...

Lake Babcock

600-acre storage lake provides fishing opportunities. ...