SCOUT'S REST
William F. Cody took up residence in Scout's Rest Ranch in 1886. The house was built during the heyday of his Wild West Show which had its start as a July Fourth show in North Platte. He spent much of the time during the winter months here and a large barn housed much of the show's stock.
The house was built at a cost of $3,900 and contained much new technology of the era.
Scouts Rest served as a resting place for many famous people, show performers and various friends of Cody.
The ranch is now a Nebraska State Park. Many of the rooms in the house have been restored to their turn-of-the-century look. Displays there chronicle Cody's career.
The large barn provides a large display space for wagons and carriages, many photos of the Cody family, and a movie of the "Great Scout's" life.
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Updated July 27, 2004
