Browse Museums

Antelope County Historical Museum
Neligh, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

The Museum per se was established about 40 years ago in the old County Jail. We have recently revitalized it, weeded the collection and embarked on considerable document cataloging and preservation.

Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum
Kearney, Nebraska

Children's, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Park

The Trails & Rails Museum has six historic buildings to tour through, as well as livery barn and an authentic Union Pacific steam engine and caboose. The archive building is used by researchers all over the world. We have acquired the land to the west of us and can almost double in size. Join us for several special events through-out the year! We are located on the original Mormon Trail Route (current 11th St.)

Crawford Historical Museum
Crawford, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historical Society, Library

The Crawford Historical Museum, run by the Crawford Historical Society, is located in the oldest commercial building of downtown Crawford, Nebraska. It curates a variety of displays detailing the history and culture of the area. The Museum also has collected a wide range of research material, most notably including an extensive obituary database.

Fairbury City Museum
Fairbury, Nebraska

Culture, General, History, Library, Science

The Fairbury City Museum has been located for many years on the west side of the square in downtown Fairbury. The museum opened in its new location, the former West Ward School, in the fall of 1998. This move has enabled us to present our collection in a much more pleasant atmosphere and encourages visitors to more fully explore all the treasures which had previously been hidden.

Gage County Historical Society and Museum
Beatrice, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society

The Museum is in a 1906 Burlington Passenger Station, the first Neo-Classical Revival architectural style on the Burlington line. This building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

International Quilt Study Center
Lincoln, Nebraska

Art, Culture, History

The IQSC's mission is two-fold: to study those past and present who have practiced the tradition, the objects they have made and the materials they have used, and to collect, conserve and exhibit quilts and associated textiles.

Collections

The collections of the International Quilt Study Center have grown to include nearly 2000 quilts representing fourteen countries. The IQSC is dedicated to locating the finest examples of quilts of all eras and geographical origins.

LUX Center for the Arts
Lincoln, Nebraska

Art, Culture

In 1985, Ms. Gladys Lux, an artist and professor of art at Wesleyan University, purchased the former city hall building of the village of University Place to house the University Place Art Center, a nonprofit community arts organization. Her intention was to provide for the public a location for art education and exhibition. The building was also to house and exhibit her personal collections.

Norfolk Arts Center
Norfolk, Nebraska

Art, Culture

Norfolk Arts Center is a vibrant cultural hub dedicated to nurturing creativity and enriching the community through diverse artistic experiences. Committed to education and accessibility, NAC strives to inspire and connect individuals through the transformative power of the arts.

Sudman-Neumann Heritage House
Chappell, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Specialized

The Sudman-Neumann Heritage House at Fifth and Vincent streets is restored to its 1911 glory and filled with period furniture. For more information, call Chappell Tourist Information at (308) 874-2401 or visit www.chappellne.org.

Thurston County Heritage Museum
Pender, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society

Stroll through this 1905 prairie home.

Benson Historical Society
Omaha, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

Message from Founder John Hargiss: I welcome and thank everyone who has shown support for the Benson History and Welcome Center. Our goal is to educate and preserve the history of this community that my heart is so connected to.

Butte Community Historical Center and Museum
Butte, Nebraska

Archaeology, Culture, General, History, Military

The collections of the Community Historical Center and Museum include historic objects, books, photographic materials, textile and costume items, ethnographic materials, a considerable geological collection, and any other category of collection type. Mission Statement: Developing a long-range preservation plan for the collections and to establish conservation as an integral part of the museum’s mission and to further restore the architectural structure of the building.

Deuel County Historical Society
Chappell, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Specialized

Gage County Heritage Preservation
Beatrice, Nebraska

Culture, History

Genoa US Indian School Foundation, Inc
Genoa, Nebraska

Culture, History, Historical Society

The Indian Industrial School at Genoa was the fourth non-reservation boarding institution established by the Office of Indian Affairs. The facility opened on February 20, 1884, and, like other such schools, its mission was to educate and "civilize" Native American children. The students that came to the Genoa Indian school were from more than 15 states and over 40 tribal Nations. In time the school grew from the original 74 students to an enrollment of 599, and encompassed over 30 buildings on 640 acres. The school closed in 1934. The Indian School building that remains is the Manual Training building. The Manual Training building is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons from 1-5pm and is staffed by 'Docents'.

Knight Museum & Sandhills Center
Alliance, Nebraska

Cemetery, Culture, General, History, Natural History, Park

To honor, educate and preserve the history of Alliance, Western Nebraska and the pioneer life and spirit of the Sandhills. "Come be a part of Alliance's History"

Mari Sandoz High Plains Heritage Center
Chadron, Nebraska

Culture, General, History, University

The Center is a landmark on the Chadron State College that features displays that celebrate the life and literature of Mari Sandoz as well as the culture of the High Plains. The Chicoine Atrium is also part of the Center and is a beautiful events space.

Plattsmouth Conservancy
Plattsmouth, Nebraska

Culture, General, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

The Plattsmouth Conservancy is dedicated to the preservation of Plattsmouth's architectural heritage. The Plattsmouth Conservancy is a non-profit organization dedicated to encouraging city residents and businesses to wisely use and retain their historical homes and buildings. The Conservancy seeks to promote the identification, evaluation, preservation, and restoration of these buildings. The organization strives to stimulate and support public awareness of such places by exchanging information and ideas, conducting tours and seminars, and gathering materials and books for public use.

Thayer County Historical Society
Belvidere, Nebraska

Archaeology, Culture, History, Historical Society

Thayer County Historical Society and Museum has a new online home at the below URL. We plan to bring you a great cross section of what the Museum has to offer, as well as details of all upcoming events. If you’re interested in Thayer County and its history – this will be the place to be. If you have any suggestions on what you would like to see, please feel free to email us and I’ll see what I can do about implementing them.

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