Fort Atkinson, active from 1820-1827, was a military fort built to protect the fur trade on the Missouri River. While researching the documents relevant to this fort, a story emerged about the people who lived there. While some people were famous, others played a smaller part in the fort’s history. The presentation will also touch on the research process.

Susan Juza, a retired history teacher, began working part-time at Fort Atkinson State Historical Park north of Omaha, in 1995. Her passion for research helped to locate records at the National Archives and many different historical societies. These records have helped us understand the life at the old military fort.

This program is part of an ongoing speaker series highlighting the rich history of Nebraska and Fontenelle Forest.

Admission is free for Fontenelle Forest members; regular admission applies for non-members ($15 adults, $13 seniors, $9 children). For more information, visit the event page.