NRHP: Carl Penke Farm

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Carl Penke Farm

NRHP Reference #: 07000178

NRHP Listing Date: 20070321

Location

rural, Bennington vicinity, Douglas County, Nebraska

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Summary

Located in rural Douglas County, the Carl Penke Farm is significant for its association with agriculture. Penke purchased the property in 1909 and farmed it until his death in 1936. The collection of farm related resources is a good representation of early twentieth century agriculture in Nebraska.

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