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Burns, Oregon: Large Ball of String

265 pounds of it. Made by a mom to stay sane after she lost a son in World War II.

Harney County Historical Museum

Address:
18 W. D St., Burns, OR
Directions:
At the Harney County Historical Museum. North edge of town, on D Street, just west of US 20/395/Broadway.
Hours:
Tu-Sa 10-4. Only open April - Sept. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
541-573-5618
RA Rates:
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Large Ball of String

We stopped by May 21, 2021, and it was closed, much to our dismay. Should have been open since it says open from April through September. Best to call ahead of your visit to make sure they are open.

[Debbie, 05/22/2021]

We recommend always checking in advance, especially for small town museums.

Large Ball of Twine

County Museum. They possess a large ball of twine. I don't know why.

[Dac Tama, 08/05/1998]

September 2008: The Ball is made of string, not twine. It weighs 265 pounds and is reportedly 40 inches in diameter. We were told that a Mrs. Henry Steward spent 18 years making the ball "to maintain her sanity" after she lost a son during World War II.


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