New book, An American Corner of the World, explores Richardson County, Nebraska
April 30, 2025
A new book from the Nebraska State Historical Society offers a “deep geography” of an American place, Richardson County, Nebraska, in the state’s ...
David Bristow
What We Found
Bill Green, a World War II Soldier
By David L. Bristow
Here is the story of one of the many Nebraskans who served in World War II. William Green wrote to his mother in Lincoln on February ...
Luna Kellie, Populist Leader and Songwriter
Imagine a farm protest movement strong enough to win statewide elections against both Republicans and Democrats.
It happened in the 1890s. The People’s ...
What is this Revolutionary War sword doing in Nebraska?
By David L. Bristow
The American Revolution happened long before Nebraska statehood, but treasured relics made their way west, handed down from one generation to the ...
Bicentennial Tapestry by the Nebraska Council of Home Extension Clubs, 1976
One popular way to celebrate a national anniversary is to look at the heritage of your own community.
At the 1975 annual meeting of the Nebraska Council of Home ...
Where can you see the signing of the Declaration of Independence at the Nebraska State Capitol?
The Nebraska State Capitol is remarkable for its unified, thematic use of art and symbolism. Around the outside of the building, sculptures tell a story that ties the ...
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