"There are only two or three human stories, and they go on repeating themselves as fiercely as if they have never happened before."
- O Pioneers!
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Willa Cather Memorial Prairie

Click here to listen to Ashley Nolan's interview with KHAS radio about the prairie.As I looked about me I felt that the grass was the country, as the water is the sea. The red of the grass made all the great prairie the colour of wine-stains, or of certain seaweeds when they are first wa...

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Restore the Cather Prairie

Although the restoration of the Willa Cather Memorial Prairie is partially funded by the Nebraska Environmental Trust, the Willa Cather Foundation greatly appreciates donations from private parties. Project design and details The project is designed to return th...

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Flowers & Grasses

The Willa Cather Memorial Prairie is vested with special plants including purple prairie clover and coneflower, big bluestem, side-oats grama, and more. We estimate the existence of 250 reliant plant species, including the rare Fremont's evening primrose and Fendler's aster---both potential candidates...

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Prairie Gallery

The Willa Cather Memorial Prairie is a beautiful landscape of color and texture. Browse the on-line prairie gallery to experience plants, wildlife, scenic views, sunsets, and special events through the seasons.