Bassett 68 714 (MM 260)
Located in Rock County
Population in 2012: 557 (0% urban, 100% rural).
Population change since 2000: -25.0%
Basset is in an especially scenic area of the Sandhills with hills to the south and west; the Niobrara River Valley to the North; meadowlands to the east.
The Bassett area is noted for its’ hunting, both deer and turkey.
Visit the Historical Park which features the Rock County Historical Museum consisting of 6 original buildings and numerous exhibits of pioneer heritage.
The City Park has a swimming pool, play park, picnic and camping areas.
Visit downtown and find Memory Lane Park; historical Phillip’s 66 Station; and Bassett Art Councils’ Kalidescope Gallery which makes them number 1 in the Arts .
In cooperation with the rest of the community they present excellent entertainment during the year.
Bassett has over 35 businesses ready to greet and serve you.
The Bassett Hotel is a step back in time with all the ‘modern ‘ conveniences but with an atmosphere of time “gone by”.
The Bassett Country Club and Bassett Airport which features a 4,700 ft. runway are located just west of town.
Nebraska Ranch Expo is held in June. Exhibitor s come from all over the United States and several other countries.
The Rock County Fair is held in August with tons of fun for everyone.
BASSETT/ROCK COUNTY CHAMBER
Box 537
402-684-3355
Lodging and Dining
BASSETT LODGE & RANGE CAFE
Your home in the Sandhilis
402 684-3376
402 684-3379
THE FRONT PORCH INN B & B
203 Augusta
402 -684-3321
Trade Specialty Shoppes
THE WHISTLE STOP
Located in an historic depot on W. Hwy. 20
(Florals, Gift)
877 684-3327
402 684-3327
R.E GOEKE VARIETY
402 684-2263
MIKE’S “JUNIQUE”
(Enter thru variety store)
(Uptown)
402-684-2263
Major Services
Bassett Livestock Auction
(Sales on Wednesdays)
402-684-2361
Commercial Bank
(202 Clark St.)
402 684-3301
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