NRHP: Rackett Grange Hall
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Rackett Grange Hall #318
NRHP Reference #: 01000713
NRHP Listing Date: 20010705
Location
9250 Road 193, Garden County, Nebraska
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Summary
Constructed in 1926 the hall, located at the former townsite of Rackett, is a one-story, false front commercial building. The Rackett Grange Hall #318 is significant for its association with the Patrons of Husbandry movement. This organization, also known as "the Grange," was originally conceived as a fraternal organization designed to bring farmers and their families together to socialize and to learn new farming techniques. The Rackett Grange Hall #318 was no exception. Based on historical records, it was the focal point of many social gatherings for the otherwise isolated community and surrounding area.
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