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SUMMARY:European Settlement in Western Nebraska
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Fort Robinson History Center on Saturday\, July 11 at 1 PM MT for a special presentation on European settlement in Western Nebraska. \nBecci Thomas\, Museum Director of the Knights Museum and Sandhills Center\, will explore the stories behind why so many European immigrants chose to journey to\, and ultimately call home\, this area of Nebraska. Her talk will discuss the forces that drew settlers westward and highlight the lasting contributions these families brought to the state. Admission to the event is free. \n*Note: Fort Robinson is a state park requiring a pass from Nebraska Game and Parks to enter. Click here to purchase a park permit.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/european-settlement-in-western-nebraska/
LOCATION:Fort Robinson History Center\, 3200 West Highway 20\, Crawford\, 69339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T190000
DTSTAMP:20260629T191143Z
CREATED:20260609T200759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T191143Z
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SUMMARY:History Unveiled: Rainbow Cattle Co.
DESCRIPTION:Nicholas Villanueva\, Jr. joins us at the Nebraska History Museum on Tuesday\, July 14th\, at 6 pm to discuss his award-winning book Rainbow Cattle Co: Liberation\, Inclusion\, and the History of Gay Rodeo (University of Nebraska Press\, 2024)\, which uncovers an important and overlooked chapter of LGBTQ history: the world of gay rodeo. \nFrom the mid-1970s onward\, LGBTQ rodeo athletes carved out a space where they could compete openly\, challenge heteronormative ideas about sport and identity\, and build community across the rural American West. What began as a safe space for athletes evolved into a powerful philanthropic force\, one that was pivotal in the fight against AIDS. \nThis event is free and open to the public thanks to the support of the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation. This lecture is the second presentation during the museum’s summer History Unveiled program series\, each month from June to August. \nAbout Nicholas Villanueva\, Jr. \nVillanueva\, Jr.\, is an associate professor of ethnic studies and the director of Critical Sport Studies at the University of Colorado\, Boulder. He is the editor of The Athlete as National Symbol: Critical Essays on Sports in the International Arena and Critical Sports Studies: A Document Reader and the author of The Lynching of Mexicans in the Texas Borderlands\, winner of two southwestern book awards \n  \nFunded in Support by the
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/history-unveiled-rainbow-cattle-co/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T195830Z
CREATED:20260520T195117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T195830Z
UID:987525680-1784365200-1784390400@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Touchable Artifact Table: Immigration to Nebraska
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on with real artifacts\, explore objects up close\, and discover their stories with help from museum staff. \nExplore our brand-new exhibit (opening June 30th)\, Our Nebraska: The Place\, Its People and Their Impact\, celebrating US250 while learning about immigrants and refugees who call Nebraska home!
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/touchable-artifact-table-immigration-to-nebraska/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T152356Z
CREATED:20251124T192327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T152356Z
UID:987523693-1784635200-1784638800@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Lunchbox Lecture: After the Children’s Blizzard - The Life and Legacy of Minnie Mae Freeman
DESCRIPTION:While Minnie Freeman is known for her heroism in saving her school pupils during the Schoolhouse Blizzard of 1888\, her other contributions to Nebraska have been largely forgotten. On July 21\, from noon to 1pm\, at the Nebraska History Museum\, Amber Kirkendall from the Homestead National Historic Park in Beatrice will discuss Freeman’s life and work to promote civic values after the famous Blizzard\, including Freeman’s work with the Daughters of the American Revolution and designing the Nebraska state seal. \nSpecial thanks to the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation for supporting this event series and the recording to broadcast on LNKTV. \n \n  \nAbout Amber Kirkendall  \nKirkendall is the Park Ranger and Volunteer Coordinator at the National Park Service’s Homestead National Historical Park in Beatrice\, Nebraska. Amber earned a B.A. in History from Peru State College in 2009 and an M.A. in Historical Studies from Nebraska Wesleyan University in 2015. She began her career at Homestead National Historical Park as an intern in 2018 and has remained with the park ever since. Amber is passionate about unearthing historical stories and connecting them with modern audiences.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/after-the-childrens-blizzard-minnie-freeman/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260725T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T195751Z
CREATED:20260520T195506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T195751Z
UID:987525682-1784970000-1784991600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:July Highlights Tour: Our Nebraska
DESCRIPTION:Join our educators on the last Saturday of the month for a highlights tour of our brand-new exhibit\, Our Nebraska: The Place\, Its People and Their Impact\, celebrating the US’s 250th anniversary! These tours are highly interactive and invite guests to explore objects that interest them! \nThese tours are roughly 30 minutes and perfect for the whole family! Groups will leave from across from the front desk every hour\, on the hour\, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM\, and are included in admission!
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/july-highlights-tour-our-nebraska/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260801T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T195651Z
CREATED:20260520T195651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T195651Z
UID:987525685-1785574800-1785600000@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Neihardt Day Celebration - Poetry Writing
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate John Neihardt\, Nebraska’s poet laureate. Learn more about his impact on Nebraska before creating poetry of your own!
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/neihardt-day-celebration-poetry-writing/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260702T175107Z
CREATED:20260702T175107Z
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UID:987526695-1786194000-1786197600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Sitting Bull's War: The Battle of Little Big Horn and the Fight for Buffalo and Freedom on the Plains
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Fort Robinson History Center on August 8\, 2026\, at 1:00 PM MT for a free special book signing with acclaimed historian Paul L. Hedren\, author of the newly released Sitting Bull’s War: The Battle of Little Big Horn and the Fight for Buffalo and Freedom on the Plains. (Copies will be available for purchase.) \nTen years in the making\, Hedren’s latest narrative is a welcome addition to the story of America’s greatest Indian war told from the perspective of the Lakotas and the Northern Cheyennes\, as they fight for their way of life on the buffalo prairie in the face of white invaders—railroaders\, borderland surveyors\, prospectors\, and ultimately the United States Army. \n*Note: Fort Robinson is a state park requiring a pass from Nebraska Game and Parks to enter. Click here to purchase a park permit. \nAbout Paul L. Hedren \nHedren is a retired National Park Service historian and superintendent whose thirty-seven-year career led him from Minnesota to Wyoming\, Montana\, Utah\, North Dakota\, and Nebraska. His many books have received numerous honors\, including a Spur Award from the Western Writers of America\, a Western Heritage Wrangler Award from the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum\, and multiple Best Book awards from the Little Big Horn Associates. He is a lifelong student of the Great Sioux War\, and he is often found exploring the trails\, battlefields\, back corners\, and sacred sites of that intriguing 1870s Indian war. When not in the field\, Paul resides in Omaha\, Nebraska.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/sitting-bulls-war-the-battle-of-little-big-horn-and-the-fight-for-buffalo-and-freedom-on-the-plains/
LOCATION:Fort Robinson History Center\, 3200 West Highway 20\, Crawford\, 69339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T184335Z
CREATED:20260701T182110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T184335Z
UID:987526642-1786471200-1786474800@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:History Unveiled: Journey to Freedom - Researching and Writing the Grayson Sisters' Escape
DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, August 11th\, at 6pm\, award-winning historian and author Gail Shaffer Blankenau shares the remarkable story behind her book\, Journey to Freedom: Uncovering the Grayson Sisters’ Escape from Nebraska Territory\, while taking you behind the scenes of historical research and writing. Join us at the Nebraska History Museum to learn how court records\, newspapers\, family histories\, and archival discoveries came together to reconstruct the lives of Celia and Eliza Grayson and illuminate the history of slavery and freedom seeking in Nebraska Territory. \nThis event is free and open to the public thanks to the support of the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation. This lecture is the final presentation during the museum’s summer History Unveiled program series\, each month from June to August. \n  \nAbout Gail Shaffer Blankenau \nBlankenau is an award-winning historian\, genealogist\, speaker\, and author from Nebraska. Her book\, Journey to Freedom: Uncovering the Grayson Sisters’ Escape from Nebraska Territory\, received the 2025 Nebraska Book Award for Nonfiction History and a Silver Midwest Book Award for History. \nBlankenau holds master’s degrees in history and international policy and has conducted research for museums\, archives\, and historical organizations. Her articles have appeared in scholarly and popular publications\, including Nebraska History\, Nebraskaland\, The New England Historical and Genealogical Register\, and Family Chronicle. \nA frequent presenter at local\, regional\, and national conferences\, she lectures on Nebraska history\, slavery in the borderlands\, genealogy\, and research methodology. Through her writing and presentations\, she seeks to recover overlooked stories and bring forgotten lives back into the historical record. \n  \nFunded in Support by the
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/history-unveiled-journey-to-freedom-researching-and-writing-the-grayson-sisters-escape/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T195951Z
CREATED:20260520T195951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T195951Z
UID:987525689-1786784400-1786809600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Touchable Artifact Table: Writing
DESCRIPTION:Explore objects up close and discover their stories with help from museum staff. \nGet ready for back to school by exploring writing in Nebraska! From old grammar schoolbooks\, typewriters\, and Nebraska authors\, it’s time to write your story
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/touchable-artifact-table-writing/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260708T195000Z
CREATED:20260708T192120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T195000Z
UID:987526702-1786798800-1786802400@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Namesake: The Life of Emmet Crawford
DESCRIPTION:Join local historian Randy Kane at the Fort Robinson History Center at 1 pm MT on August 15th for an in-depth look at the life of Emmet Crawford\, one of the premier Army officers of the Indian Wars era. Crawford served at Fort Robinson and left a lasting impression on the region\, including on the nearby town of Crawford\, Nebraska\, which bears his name. \n*Note: Fort Robinson is a state park requiring a pass from Nebraska Game and Parks to enter. Click here to purchase a park permit.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/namesake-the-life-of-emmet-crawford/
LOCATION:Fort Robinson History Center\, 3200 West Highway 20\, Crawford\, 69339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260622T161733Z
CREATED:20251124T192356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T161733Z
UID:987523694-1787054400-1787058000@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Lunchbox Lecture - Hidden Gems & Hidden Work: Caring for the Art of the Great Plains
DESCRIPTION:Go behind the scenes of the Great Plains Art Museum in this engaging look at works you won’t usually see on display at 12pm on August 18 at the Nebraska History Museum. Collections Manager Casey Seger-Franklin will highlight a selection of “hidden gems” from the museum’s holdings while sharing the fascinating\, often unseen work that goes into preserving and caring for art. Through stories\, images\, and audience interaction\, discover how objects are stored\, handled\, and sometimes travel—and why many of these remarkable pieces remain out of view. This informal talk offers a rare glimpse into the life of a museum collection and the decisions that shape what the public ultimately sees. \nSpecial thanks to the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation for providing funding for this event series and the recording to broadcast on LNKTV. \n \n  \nAbout Casey Seger-Franklin \nSeger-Franklin is a sixth-generation Nebraskan with deep family roots in Holt County\, shaping his strong connection to the region he serves. As Collections Manager at the Great Plains Art Museum\, he works to preserve and share the art of the Plains with students\, visitors\, and colleagues. Casey previously held positions at the South Dakota Art Museum while attending South Dakota State University and at the Museum of Texas Tech University while earning his Master’s degree in Museum Science. He also serves on the Nebraska Museum Association Board\, where he supports and promotes the work of museums across the state and region.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/lunchbox-lecture-caring-for-the-art-of-the-great-plains/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T200119Z
CREATED:20260520T200119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T200119Z
UID:987525687-1787994000-1788015600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:August Highlights Tour: Our Nebraska
DESCRIPTION:Join our educators on the last Saturday of the month for a highlights tour of our brand-new exhibit\, Our Nebraska: The Place\, Its People and Their Impact\, celebrating the US’s 250th anniversary! These tours are highly interactive and invite guests to explore objects that interest them! \nThese tours are roughly 30 minutes and perfect for the whole family! Groups will leave from across from the front desk every hour\, on the hour\, between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM\, and are included in admission!
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/august-highlights-tour-our-nebraska/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260708T191217Z
CREATED:20260708T191048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T191217Z
UID:987526789-1788944400-1788955200@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Archeology in Nebraska
DESCRIPTION:On September 9\, 2026\, at the Nebraska History Museum\, join us for a fantastic opportunity to explore how our amazing Nebraska archeologists uncover the rich history of our state. You’ll learn about the cool tools they use\, discover how they decide where to dig\, and see what incredible finds have been made right here in Nebraska! \nOpen from 9 a.m. to noon\, you can spend the whole morning diving into archeology learning stations or just swing by for a little bit—whatever works for you! We’ve got activities designed for learners from Pre-K all the way up to 8th grade. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with a NSHS membership. \nIn Partnership With \n \nFunded by Support from \n \n 
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-archeology-in-nebraska/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T170000
DTSTAMP:20251201T175047Z
CREATED:20251124T192413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T175047Z
UID:987523695-1789459200-1789491600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Lunchbox Lecture: September Lecturer TBA
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for our Lunchbox Lecture program at the Nebraska History Museum. Each month will feature a different presentation on Nebraska History. Event admission is free! \nCan’t join us at the Nebraska History Museum? View past programs on LNKTV and the Nebraska State Historical Society YouTube channel! \nSpecial thanks to the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation for providing funding for this event series and the recording to broadcast on LNKTV.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/lunchbox-lecture-september-lecturer-2026/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260708T193649Z
CREATED:20260708T193306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T193649Z
UID:987526798-1791968400-1791979200@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Fall Traditions
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a day of festive fun and learning on October 14th at the Nebraska History Museum. Discover everything from Nebraska harvest traditions to seasonal holidays such as the Harvest Moon Festival\, Halloween\, and Día de los Muertos. \nJoin the Nebraska History Museum and the International Quilt Museum for a morning of hands-on learning! Open from 9 a.m. to noon\, you can spend the whole morning diving into learning stations or just swing by for a little bit—whatever works for you! We’ve got activities designed for learners from Pre-K all the way up to 8th grade. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with a NSHS membership. \nIn Partnership with \n \nFunded by Support from \n \n 
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-fall-traditions/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261020T130000
DTSTAMP:20251201T175036Z
CREATED:20251124T192427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T175036Z
UID:987523696-1792497600-1792501200@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Lunchbox Lecture: October Lecturer TBA
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for our Lunchbox Lecture program at the Nebraska History Museum. Each month will feature a different presentation on Nebraska History. Event admission is free! \nCan’t join us at the Nebraska History Museum? View past programs on LNKTV and the Nebraska State Historical Society YouTube channel! \nSpecial thanks to the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation for providing funding for this event series and the recording to broadcast on LNKTV.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/lunchbox-lecture-october-lecturer-2026/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261117T130000
DTSTAMP:20251201T175025Z
CREATED:20251124T192440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T175025Z
UID:987523697-1794916800-1794920400@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Lunchbox Lecture: November Lecturer TBA
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for our Lunchbox Lecture program at the Nebraska History Museum. Each month will feature a different presentation on Nebraska History. Event admission is free! \nCan’t join us at the Nebraska History Museum? View past programs on LNKTV and the Nebraska State Historical Society YouTube channel! \nSpecial thanks to the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation for providing funding for this event series and the recording to broadcast on LNKTV.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/lunchbox-lecture-november-lecturer-2026/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260708T210259Z
CREATED:20260708T210259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T210259Z
UID:987526806-1794992400-1795003200@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Nebraska Artists
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nebraska History Museum with Vision Maker Media\, Great Plains Art Museum\, and International Quilt Museum from 9 am – 12 pm CST for a morning full of hands-on learning about artistic traditions in Nebraska\, including music\, painting\, and clothing. Explore the stories of notable Nebraska artists\, including Lillian St. Cyr and Angel De Cora. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with a NSHS membership. \nIn Partnership With \n \n  \nFunded by Support from
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-nebraska-artists/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260708T211800Z
CREATED:20260708T211700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T211800Z
UID:987526813-1796806800-1796817600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Winter Traditions
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nebraska History Museum\, Great Plains Art Museum\, and International Quilt Museum on December 9th for a morning of festive fun and learning. Discover Nebraska’s winter traditions\, like holidays and winter games. Let’s celebrate the magic of the season together. \nOpen from 9 a.m. to noon\, you can spend the whole morning diving into learning stations or just swing by for a little bit—whatever works for you! We’ve got activities designed for learners from Pre-K all the way up to 8th grade. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with a NSHS membership. \nIn Partnership with \n \nFunded by Support from
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-winter-traditions-2/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261215T130000
DTSTAMP:20251201T175014Z
CREATED:20251124T192456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T175014Z
UID:987523698-1797336000-1797339600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Lunchbox Lecture: December Lecturer TBA
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the third Tuesday of each month for our Lunchbox Lecture program at the Nebraska History Museum. Each month will feature a different presentation on Nebraska History. Event admission is free! \nCan’t join us at the Nebraska History Museum? View past programs on LNKTV and the Nebraska State Historical Society YouTube channel! \nSpecial thanks to the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation for providing funding for this event series and the recording to broadcast on LNKTV.
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/lunchbox-lecture-december-lecturer-2026/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260708T214013Z
CREATED:20260708T214013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T214013Z
UID:987526823-1799830800-1799841600@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Inventions and Innovations
DESCRIPTION:Discover amazing inventions created in Nebraska during the January Homeschool Day at the Nebraska History Museum on January 13th! Through hands-on activities\, crafts\, and games\, children will learn about Nebraska inventions such as Kool-Aid\, the hand corn husker\, frozen TV dinners\, and the center pivot. \nOpen from 9 a.m. to noon\, you can spend the whole morning diving into learning stations or just swing by for a little bit—whatever works for you! We’ve got activities designed for learners from Pre-K all the way up to 8th grade. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with a NSHS membership. \nFunded by Support from
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-inventions-and-innovations/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270210T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260709T155022Z
CREATED:20260709T153839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T155022Z
UID:987526828-1802250000-1802260800@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Wild West
DESCRIPTION:Saddle up and join the Nebraska History Museum for a rootin’ tootin’ good time at our Wild West Homeschool Day on February 10th! Discover what life was like for cowboys\, ranchers\, and rodeo athletes through hands-on activities\, games\, and touchable artifacts. \nOpen from 9 a.m. to noon\, you can spend the whole morning diving into learning stations or just swing by for a little bit—whatever works for you! We’ve got activities designed for learners from Pre-K all the way up to 8th grade. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with a NSHS membership. \nFunded by Support from
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-wild-west/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270310T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260709T154905Z
CREATED:20260709T154905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T154905Z
UID:987526833-1804669200-1804680000@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Nebraskans on the Go
DESCRIPTION:Nebraskans have always been on the go! Explore the history of transportation in Nebraska and discover how railroads connected Nebraska communities\, automobiles transformed daily life\, and more on March 10th. Through hands-on activities\, designed for learners from Pre-K all the way up to 8th grade\, students will learn how different forms of transportation have helped shape Nebraska. \nOpen from 9 a.m. to noon\, you can spend the whole morning diving into learning stations or just swing by for a little bit. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with an NSHS membership. \nFunded by Support from
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-nebraskans-on-the-go-2/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260709T160424Z
CREATED:20260709T155840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T160424Z
UID:987526836-1807693200-1807704000@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Nature in Nebraska
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Nebraska History Museum\, along with the Great Plains Art Museum and the International Quilt Museum\, from 9 a.m. to noon CST on April 14th for a morning full of hands-on learning to celebrate Nature in Nebraska. Discover the plants and animals that call Nebraska home\, from the rolling Sandhills to the mighty Missouri River and everywhere in between. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with an NSHS membership. \nIn Partnership With \n \nFunded by Support from
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-nature-in-nebraska-2/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270519T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260709T160704Z
CREATED:20260709T160704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T160704Z
UID:987526839-1810717200-1810728000@history.nebraska.gov
SUMMARY:Homeschool Day: Historic Homes
DESCRIPTION:May is National Historic Preservation Month! Discover the types of homes Nebraskans lived in—tipis\, earth lodges\, sod houses\, and more through hands-on activities\, crafts\, and games! \nOpen from 9 a.m. to noon\, you can spend the whole morning diving into learning stations or just swing by for a little bit—whatever works for you! We’ve got activities designed for learners from Pre-K all the way up to 8th grade. \nPlease pre-register by filling out the form below. If the form is slow to appear\, visit the form HERE. If you have questions\, you can email our staff at hn.museumeducation@nebraska.gov. \nRegular admission rates apply. Admission is free with an NSHS membership. \nIn Partnership With \n \nFunded by Support from
URL:https://history.nebraska.gov/event/homeschool-day-historic-homes/
LOCATION:Nebraska History Museum\, 131 Centennial Mall North\, Lincoln\, NE\, 68508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Visible on Calendar
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