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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.)

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.

Senator J. J. Exon Library
Lincoln, Nebraska

Library

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.

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.

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.

MUSEUM CONFERENCES

Oregon Museum Association 2024 Conference

September 8, 2024 - September 10, 2025

North Bend, Oregon

2025 California Association of Museums Conference

February 18 - 22, 2025

San Fransico, California

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