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The Nebraska State Historical Society publishes works that explore Nebraska history and culture, including:

  • Nebraska History Magazine (quarterly)
  • Nebraska History News (quarterly)
  • Nebraska State Historical Society Books
  • NSHS Blog
  • Nebraska Timeline weekly newspaper column

Our readers range from professional historians to history buffs to curious people who simply find that learning about the past helps them better enjoy living and traveling here.

We all share a passion for well-crafted historical writing.

 

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Nebraska History Magazine

Nebraska History News

Books

NSHS Blog

Publication Division

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David Bristow, Associate Director
Publications Division
Nebraska State Historical Society Headquarters
P.O. Box 82554, 1500 "R" Street
Lincoln, NE 68501-2554
402-471-4748
david.bristow@nebraska.gov

Information Services:
Looking for research help? Contact Library/Archives, the Museum, or Education. The Publications division is an editorial office; we don't have archival collections or reference staff here.

News and Events:
Follow the NSHS on Facebook for event news, cool historical photos, and fascinating stories from the NSHS blog. Members receive Nebraska History News, but anyone can read it online.

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Up to three $1,000 research grants support primary-source research and interpretive writing about the history and archeology of Nebraska each year.

  • Grant applications are due March 31.
  • Grants are awarded about May 1.
  • Projects must be completed within one year.

Read the 2017 call for applications, which includes project criteria, application guidelines, and tips for effective grant proposals.

View a list of previously funded projects.

Funding is provided by the Gladys Marie Lux Education Endowment and the Tom and Marilyn Allan Fund, both administered by the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation.

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Central Plains Archeology (journal)
Historical Markers
Historic Building Surveys
Museum Exhibits
Nebraska Trailbalzer (for students)
​NSHS Annual Report
Reference Materials
Teaching Materials
Books by NSHS staff

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Location Info

Nebraska History Museum

Hours
9:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday
1:00pm - 4:30pm Saturday - Sunday

Phone Number
(402) 471-4782

Address
131 Centennial Mall North
Lincoln, Nebraska 68508
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Chimney Rock

Hours
9:00am - 5:00pm Daily

Phone Number
(308) 586-2581

Address
PO Box F
Bayard, NE 69334
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Fort Robinson

Hours
8:30am - 5:30pm Daily (Memorial Day-Labor Day)

Phone Number
(308) 665-2919

Address
3200 West Highway 20
Crawford, NE 69339
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Willa Cather

Hours
9:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday
1:00pm - 4:30pm Saturday - Sunday

Phone Number
(402) 746-2653

Address
413 N Webster
Red Cloud, NE
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Thomas P. Kennard

Hours
By Appointment Only Monday - Friday

Phone Number
(402) 471-4764

Address
1627 H Street
Lincoln, NE
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John G. Neihardt

Hours
9:00am - 5:00pm Monday - Saturday
1:30pm - 5:00pm Sunday

Phone Number
(402) 648-3388

Address
306 E Elm St
Bancroft, NE 68004
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Neligh Mill

Hours
10:00am - 5:00pm Tuesday - Saturday
1:00pm - 5:00pm Sunday

Phone Number
(402) 887-4303

Address
N Street at Wylie Dr
Neligh, NE 68756
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Senator George Norris

Hours
1:00pm - 4:30pm Wednesday - Friday
1:00pm - 3:30pm Saturday

Phone Number
(308) 345-8484

Address
706 Norris Ave
McCook, NE 69001
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Reference Room

Hours
Tuesday - Friday, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday, 10:00am - 4:00pm, limited service

Phone Number
(402) 471-4751

Address
1500 "R" Street
P.O. Box 82554
Lincoln, Nebraska 68501
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NSHS Headquarters

Hours
8am - 5pm Monday - Friday
10am - 4pm Saturday

Phone Number
(402) 471-3270

Address
1500 "R" Street
P.O. Box 82554
Lincoln, Nebraska 68501
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