Bassett

Bassett is the county seat of Rock County.  It’s post office was established in 1882 and the railroad accessed this area beginning in 1881.  A surge of immigration began in earnest by 1882.  Bassett was at first part of Brown County until the organization of Rock County in 1888.  It became the County Seat officially in 1890.   The first store was established by Mr. Ryan north of the railroad tracks.  School began in 1883 in the home of Mr. Canenburg.  Although population has varied over the last 100 years, the people of Bassett have always had great pride in their small town values.

Bassett now has population of 743.  There are over 80 businesses in Bassett and the immediate area.  Bassett was accepted into the Nebraska Lied Main Street Program in 1996.  Many goals have been reached in renovating and enhancing our community through participation in this program. 

Downtown Bassett has renovated many of the business store fronts and continues other renovations, including new sidewalks and the installation of antique lamp posts, City Banners.  There are three parks for your convenience with swimming pool, museum, picnic areas, and play areas for children. 

 In downtown Bassett you will discover Memory Park featuring an old fashioned board walk and store fronts.  There are many places to find great conversation and good food, from pizza to steak to old fashioned sodas.  Available in town are:  fuel, snacks, groceries, hardware stores, parts stores, flower & gift shops, thrift stores, and a livestock auction.  RV hook-ups are available in the Bassett City Park for those wishing to stay and visit a while. 

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