# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 1875 Grand Thanksgiving Ball at Fort Hartsuff
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Nov, 2025 at 05:30 pm – Sat, 15 Nov, 2025 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Celebrate the 150th Anniversary of Fort Hartsuff with a recreation of the 1875 Grand Thanksgiving Ball! On Saturday, Nov. 15 from 5:30 to 8 p.m., the Enlisted Men’s Barracks will be cleared out and decorated for a period-correct catered light supper, music, and dancing.

Daytime activities will also be happening ahead of the event, including dance rehearsal, a shooting demonstration, and more. The front desk, gift shop and historical buildings will be open from noon to 4 p.m.

Daytime festivities are open to the public with paid admission: $5 (ages 13 and up), $1 (ages 3-12), no charge under 3. A valid vehicle park entry permit is required.

 

Daytime Activities
12:30-2:30: Military Marksmanship and Civilian Shooting Competitions – Watch reenactors engage in live-fire historical marksmanship and competitive shooting. Friends of Fort Hartsuff President Shane Johnson will narrate the activities, sharing insights on military marksmanship practice, historical firearms, hunting excursions, and more!

2:30-3:30 p.m.: Dance Rehearsal with The Gum Springs Serenaders and dance caller Deborah Hyland – Enjoy 1870s music, learn fun dance steps, and see the Enlisted Men’s Barracks decorated for the evening ball. This family-friendly activity is the next best thing to attending the ball!

 

Evening Activities (sold out)
5:30-8 p.m.:

-Music by The Gum Springs Serenaders.
-Dance steps called by Deborah Hyland.
-A period-correct light supper and desserts provided by Country Catering of Ord.
-Cash bar. A valid ID is required to purchase alcohol.
-Historical dress admired but not required.
-A ticket is required to attend the ball and tickets are limited.
Tickets for evening ball are sold out!

Volunteer registration for historical reenactors is currently open through Oct. 15. Please call the park for details.

A valid Nebraska state park vehicle permit is required for entry.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burwell/1875-grand-thanksgiving-ball-at-fort-hartsuff/200028644439946
- **Event Categories**: thanksgiving, sports, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 237

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Burwell
- **state**: NE
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 82034 Fort Ave, Burwell, NE 68823-8100, United States
- **lat**: 41.71958
- **long**: -99.02374
- **full address**: 82034 Fort Ave, Burwell, NE 68823-8100, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Nebraska State Historical Parks (https://allevents.in/org/nebraska-state-historical-parks/25962163)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 15 Nov, 2025 at 05:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 82034 Fort Ave, Burwell, NE 68823-8100, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Nebraska State Historical Parks
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** thanksgiving, sports, contests
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 1875 Grand Thanksgiving Ball at Fort Hartsuff ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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