Jeff Kappeler, a native Nebraskan, became interested in the state’s history before the age of 10 and this topic has been a life long pursuit. Jeff graduated from Midland Lutheran College with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and taught for several years. He has served as curator of exhibits at John Brown’s Cave Museum in Nebraska City, has taught Elderhostel sessions through Midland College and has independent research projects on a continuing basis to gain a better understanding of 19th century life in Nebraska. He currently serves as Executive Director of the Dodge County Historical Society/May Museum in Fremont.
