On July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence. Collectors of early United States history long pursued a complete set of signatures of the 56 men who boldly signed the document. Omaha’s first real estate agent, Byron Reed, assembled one of the nation’s most important collections of coinage and manuscripts. Reed also sought a signature from each signer, and today, the Byron Reed Collection includes documents related to 49 of the 56 signers.

The Durham Museum is proud to preserve and feature it in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States. In Search of the Signers includes original letters, receipts and other documents from the Byron Reed Collection tied to the Declaration’s signers, as well as a reproduction of John Trumbull’s iconic painting, “Declaration of Independence.”

The Durham Museum is open Tuesday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday noon – 4 p.m., – visit museum website to confirm hours.

Admission: Adults: $17*, Seniors (62+): $14*, Military/Veteran: $14*, Children (ages 3 – 12): $10*
*PLUS TAX
Members & children 2 years and under FREE