Join us as we take a walking tour of the western settlement of Germans From Russia. We'll visit several homes, churches, and grocery stores as we take a closer look […]
A bed turning is quilt show where multiple quilts are stacked on a bed and removed one by one, with a presenter sharing the history, techniques, and stories behind each piece. Bed Turnings started as a way for women to showcase their finest needlework to neighbors. This Bed Turning is a way for the Hastings […]
Every day thrift stores across America receive donations of objects that display racial imagery— antique advertising cards, collectible salt-and-pepper shakers, vintage children’s books, and mugs with sports team mascots. Are […]
Step back to 1872 and experience a Chautauqua portrayal of Thomas Doane, the chief engineer of the B & M Railroad and famous Hoosac Tunnel Project. Doane was responsible for 240 miles of railroad and telegraph from Plattsmouth to Kearney. He was the co-founder of the town of Crete, Nebraska, founder of the first bank […]
Speakers: Becky Matticks and Marilee Aufdenkamp
Join us as we take a walking tour of the western settlement of Germans From Russia. We'll visit several homes, churches, and grocery stores as we take a closer look […]
Sorry, folks. The weather is not cooperating, so this event has been cancelled. 2200 W. 3rd St, Hastings Please join us to enjoy food, fun, and community at a picnic for everyone! Please bring lunch and picnic blanket. (Some picnic tables will be available in the park) Play lawn games with Hastings Parks & Recreation, […]
Join us in Hastings to hear the lesser-known stories of the forging of our nation and our state. Details here.
Special story time for kids!
Speaker: Eric Ewing, Executive Director of Great Plains Black History Museum Across every state in the Great Plains, African American homesteaders claimed land, built communities, and shaped a distinct chapter […]
Speaker: Beth Dotan, Research Assistant Professor at the Norman and Bernice Harris Center for Judaic Studies at the University of Nebraska, Lincoln This program will take a glimpse into the […]
Speakers: José Garcia and Linda Garcia Linda and Jose were each raised by Mexican American parents who grew up in both urban and rural settings, and who themselves were children […]
