Have you been wondering how the High Plains Museum's current exhibit Earth From Space relates to you? Earth From Space is a poster exhibit that features images captured by Landsats. Landsats or land satellites orbit the Earth and take pictures from all over the planet. These pictures include
June is filled with fun events at the High Plains Museum! From seeing Earth from a new perspective to building a moon colony June will have events for the whole family! Currently showing at the High Plains Museum is the exhibit Earth From Space. This is a poster exhibit from the Smithsonian t
In honor of Memorial Day next Monday we have chosen an object related to the brave men and women who serve our country. Have you ever driven down a street and saw a flag hanging from the window with a blue or gold star on it? These flags are called Service Flags and are an official banner by the
Have you ever sat on your sunglasses and when you put them on they are lopsided and do not fit right anymore? Now imagine that pair was your eyeglasses. In order to fix your glasses your optometrist might use a frame warmer. (more…)
In honor of National Dance Like a Chicken Day today, May 14th, the High Plains Museum is having an egg scavenger hunt around town. Stop by the museum from 3:30 to 5:00 PM to get your clues and start hunting! Once you find a clue take a picture next to the "Dance Like a Chicken Egg Hunt - You've
Have you ever had so many things in your wallet that it just won’t close right anymore? Your wallet has become so full it’s ready to explode? The good news is that there’s a solution to your problem! All you need is a money clip! A money clip holds your money with a clasp that is small
You're six years old and you have that one toy you love to play with. It might be a tractor, G.I. Joe, or a dollhouse. Toys not only provide entertainment they can also help teach children about domestic life and offer a glimpse into history. Here at the High Plains Museum we have a dollhouse
Have you ever sat for too long and when you get up you’re stiff? Ever thought “if only I had some oil to lubricate my joints?” like the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz? Of course you’d need an oil can to apply directly to the troublesome spot. A long spout oil can might be just what you ne
During cold and flu season you see the signs up saying to wash your hands to prevent the spread of germs. Did you know that during ancient times people believed that infection and disease were due to evil spirits or demons and were punishment for sin? As time continued science made strides in th