Plan Your Visit

Plan Your Visit

Welcome to Fort Sidney Museum and Post Commander's Home! Discover the trailblazing history of Fort Sidney and Cheyenne County through our collection of over 2,250 local artifacts.

Location You'll find the museum at the corner of 6th and Jackson Street, just a block off the historic Lincoln Highway in downtown Sidney. The Fort Commander's Home is a short half-block walk south from the museum, and your tour guide will accompany you to visit the home.

Admission Admission is free, and no tickets are required.

Hours June - August

• Weekdays: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Weekends: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Winter Hours December 7-30, 2024

• Weekends: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

If you wish to visit outside these hours, our Board members are happy to provide tours by appointment. Please contact:

• Steve Olson, President: 308-483-5791

• Harvey Harrington, VP: 531-721-8384

• Margie Surber, Secretary: 308-254-4965

• Julie Gehrig, Treasurer: 308-249-3532

• Tom Nightingale, Guide: 308-249-7900

• Sally Harris: 308-250-1116

• Gary Hawkins: 308-249-5882

• Mary Brumage: 308-249-1844

• Cooper Michelman: 308-250-4445

• John Rollins: 308-203-1811

Groups For group visits, please leave a message at (308) 254-2150 or email us with your group's name, size, planned visit date, and estimated arrival time. Note that this is not a tour reservation; you are welcome to visit during public hours without registering.

After Your Visit Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram @fortsidney.