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They Rode the Orphan Trains: Franklin (Read More)

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Novelist and humanities scholar Alison Moore and singer/songwriter Phil Lancaster have combined audio visual elements, historical fiction and musical ballads into a collaborative performance that brings the Orphan Train movement, a largely-unknown chapter in American history, to public awareness. The presentation tells the story of the 250,000 orphans and unwanted children who were put on trains in New York between 1854 and 1929 and sent all over the United States to be given away. After the presentation, there is an informal discussion about the origin and demise of the largest child migration in history and the part it played in the formation of the American Dream. The human struggle to belong, to define one’s self in the place we call home is exemplified in the stories of these children that have shaped all of our lives. The presenters will take questions from the audience and will invite relatives and acquaintances of Orphan Train Riders to share their stories. Alison Moore, MFA, is a former Assistant Professor of English/Creative Writing in the MFA Creative Writing Program at the University of Arizona and a current Humanities Scholar. She lives in Austin and has been touring nationally since 1998 with the multi-media program “Riders on the Orphan Train” that is currently the official outreach program for the National Orphan Train Complex Museum and Research Center. She has also developed public outreach programs for the Orphan Train Heritage Society of America, Inc. and for ArtsReach, a Native American literacy project in Southern Arizona. She is the author of four books. She received two National Endowment for the Arts Fiction Fellowships in 1993 and 2010 and the Katherine Ann Porter Prize for Fiction in 2004. In 2007/2008 she received the J. Frank Dobie Paisano fellowship from the University of Texas at Austin and the Texas Institute of Letters. In 2012 she received the Charles Loring Brace Award for helping to preserve the stories of the Orphan Trains. Phil Lancaster was born in Texarkana, Arkansas and studied art and music at L’Ecole De Beaux Arts in Angers, France. He became a member of a bluegrass band that toured throughout France and produced an album entitled “Bluegrass Oldies Ltd./Traveling Show.” After returning to the U.S. he met three Arkansas musicians and the acoustic quartet “Still on the Hill” was formed in Fayetteville. They released their first CD in 1997, the second in 2000. The group performed at national and international folk festivals. In 2007 he received an Arkansas Arts Council Fellowship in Music Composition. He is co-producer of the documentary film “Gospel, Biscuits and Gravy” about Ozark gospel singer Ernestine Shepherd and presenter of “Riders on the Orphan Train,” the official outreach program for the National Orphan Train Complex.

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The Hills We Share Exhibit (Read More)

Evetn text: The Hills We Share 9.10.26 5:30-7:30 pm overlaid on a drawing of an aerial view of many buildings, which is labeled South Side Terrace Homes

The Hills We Share explores the history of Southside Terrace, Jetter’s Depot, and South Omaha through historic documents, photographs, and artifacts. The exhibit features original 1939 architectural drawings of Southside Terrace on trace paper, correspondence from the Housing Authority, newspaper clippings from the 1930s and 1940s, and historic photos courtesy of The Durham Museum. Together, these materials offer a glimpse into the people, places, and decisions that shaped the neighborhood—and invite us to reflect on the connections between South Omaha’s past and future. Tours of this exhibit in the community space at Jetter's Depot are available by appointment Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information call or email 402-916-9293 or etienne@canopysouth.org

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The Hills We Share (Read More)

Evetn text: The Hills We Share 9.10.26 5:30-7:30 pm overlaid on a drawing of an aerial view of many buildings, which is labeled South Side Terrace Homes

Canopy South is hosting The Hills We Share, an open house exploring the history of Southside Terrace, Jetter’s Depot, and South Omaha through historic documents, photographs, and artifacts. The exhibit will feature original 1939 architectural drawings of Southside Terrace on trace paper, correspondence from the Housing Authority, newspaper clippings from the 1930s and 1940s, and historic photos courtesy of The Durham Museum. Together, these materials offer a glimpse into the people, places, and decisions that shaped the neighborhood—and invite us to reflect on the connections between South Omaha’s past and future. Brief remarks at 6:15 PM from José Garcia, historian and longtime South Omaha activist.

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In Search of the Signers Exhibition (Read More)

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

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Mapping the World, Writing the Self: Desire, Identity, & Global Imagination in Jesuit Missions (Read More)

What does it mean to long for a distant world so intensely that you petition, in writing, to leave everything behind? How do people learn to narrate themselves? This lecture explores the 25,000 handwritten letters composed between the sixteenth and twentieth centuries by Jesuit novices and priests to their Superior General in Rome, seeking assignment to overseas missions. Registration is required. Dr. Emanuele Colombo, Professor at Boston College and director of the Digital Indipetae Database project, will discuss how this unique collection is transforming our understanding of aspiration, identity, and global connection in the Jesuit world. MBSC 228, Milo Bail Student Center, Omaha Free and open to the public | Free parking with registration Sponsored by UNO History Department & the College of Arts & Sciences

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The Children’s Blizzard of 1888 (Read More)

Rayma Volkmer will present a program on the children's blizzard of 1888, with true stories of loss, bravery, and survival in the storm that came without warning. Seats are limited, please contact the library to reserve your spot. Event is free. Freewill donations appreciated.

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Film screening and discussion: From Swastika to Jim Crow (Read More)

In conjunction with the Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition, the 2000 film “From Swastika to Jim Crow” will be screened at the Calvin T. Ryan Library on the University of Nebraska Kearney campus. The film screening will be followed by a panel discussion. From Swastika to Jim Crow (2000) explores the similarities between Nazism in Germany and racism in the American south during Jim Crow. It does this through the stories of Jewish scholars expelled from Germany who found teaching positions in historically Black colleges when the rest of academia was aloof or hostile. Their shared experience of oppression united the two groups leading to impactful collaborations that influenced the nascent Civil Rights movement and had broad societal impact. For more information about the exhibit and other related events, visit the exhibit website.

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Winter Lecture Series 2026: America First – Then and Now (Read More)

The Unitarian Church of Lincoln is hosting a series of lectures, in-person at the church and virtually via YouTube, at 3 p.m. central on Sundays in February and March. For more information about the livestream, visit the Virtual Winter Lecture Series website. Each lecture will last about 45 minutes, with a Q&A session following. The principle of America First has existed almost from the founding of the United States, usually increasing with any influx of people different from Protestant Western European Americans. America First movements restricted trade and foreign entanglements, and excluded “others” of different cultures, ethnicities, and religions. Isolationism and antisemitism were often major components, especially prior to WWI and WWII. We examine similarities and differences in the historic movements with the current one that limits and leverages immigration, foreign aid, free trade, entangling alliances, etc. February 8 - Sean Trundle, historical perspective of America First movements beginning with those preceding World War I Sean Trundle of UNL’s History Department received his Ph.D. from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa in American Studies. He specializes in post-war (WW II) U.S. culture, but more broadly he lectures on 20th century cultural history. February 15 - Uche Jarrett, the historical perspective of leading economic issues today concerning trade, tariffs and national growth Uchechukwu Jarrett of UNL Economics received his Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee. His research interests include international trade and economics, developmental economics and the intersection between development and energy. March 1 -Emira Ibrahimpasic and Julia Reilly, history of selective immigration policies based on racism and religious restrictions that have led to current concerns and policies of immigration and deportations Emira Ibrahimpasic received her Ph.D. in Anthropology from the University of New Mexico. She researches the plight of women in West Africa and the Global South. Julia Reilly received her Ph.D. in Political Science from UNL. She specializes in international relations, comparative politics, human rights, and refugee resettlement. March 8 - David Forsythe, current foreign policy from an historical perspective emphasizing isolationism, unilateralism, and the policies toward Israel David Forsythe has edited, co-edited, authored, and co-authored books on human rights and foreign policy. He has received various lifetime achievement awards from universities and professional societies including the national Phi Beta Kappa society.

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History brownbag with Dr. Hannah Lahti (Read More)

In conjunction with the Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition at the Calvin T. Ryan Library on the University of Nebraska Kearney campus, a lunchtime lecture will be held at the Kearney Public Library. As the Holocaust persisted in Europe, Americans reacted to the humanitarian crisis in real time and memorialized its victims. In the decades that followed, memorial efforts in the United States evolved and expanded to create new archives, museums, and media to preserve Holocaust memory. Dr. Hannah Lahti, Assistant Professor of History & Public History, will highlight the various ways the Holocaust was memorialized in the United States from World War II to the present day, and how those efforts have changed over time. For more information about the exhibit and other related events, visit the exhibit website.

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Film screening and discussion: Most Honorable Son (Read More)

In conjunction with the Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition at the Calvin T. Ryan Library on the University of Nebraska Kearney campus, the 1970 film "Most Honorable Son" will be screened at the Kearney Public Library. Most Honorable Son tells the story of Nebraskan Ben Kuroki. Kuroki was the only Japanese American in the US Army Air Forces to serve in combat in the Pacific. The post-film panel discussion features Vickie Sakurada Shaepler, Japanese Hall Coordinator, Dr. Donna Andersen, UNL, and Dr. Nathan Tye, UNK, discussing Japanese Americans, Nebraska, and World War II. For more information about the exhibit and other related events, visit the exhibit website.

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German POW Camps Panel Discussion (Read More)

In conjunction with the Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition at the Calvin T. Ryan Library on the University of Nebraska Kearney campus, a panel discussion will be held at the Kearney Public Library. During World War II, Nebraska was the site of several prisoner of war (POW) camps. Join expert panelists for a discussion of German POWs in Nebraska, POW sites such as Camp Atlanta and Fort Robinson, and World War II in Nebraska. The Americans and the Holocaust exhibit asks “what did Americans know?”, a question learning about German POWs, and what they knew and shared with Nebraskans, can help us answer. In addition to talking about events of the 1940s, panelists will also discuss how historic sites interpret this fascinating history. Panelists include Dr. Cole Kruger - Kilgore College, Melissa Amateis - University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Will Kessen - Ft. Robinson State Historical Park, and Micah Hueser - Nebraska Prairie Museum. For more information about the exhibit and other related events, visit the exhibit website.

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The People’s Recorder: A Virtual Discussion about the Federal Writers’ Project in Nebraska (Read More)

The People’s Recorder podcast launched to acclaim in 2024 and won a Silver Signal Award for History Podcasting and was nominated for an Ambie Award for Best Indie Podcast. This virtual event will build on the discussion started in the Nebraska-based episode, “A Creative Incubator,” further exploring the work and the literary and cultural legacy of the Writers’ Project in Nebraska. Moderated by The People’s Recorder host Chris Haley, the panel discussion will feature writer/co-producer David Taylor, Marilyn Holt (author of Nebraska during the New Deal) and Stephen Cloyd, who recently retired from the Lincoln City Libraries. The event will also feature University of Nebraska-Lincoln professor Timothy Schaffert, who will discuss the Prairie Schooner’s Centennial, and Lincoln City Libraries’ Deb Arenz, who will speak about the collections at the Jane Pope Geske Heritage Room of Nebraska Authors. Watch live on The People’s Recorder YouTube Channel. Part of the WPA, the Federal Writers’ Project provided work for unemployed writers, editors, and other white-collar workers during the height of the Great Depression. The Writers’ Project had a mandate to produce state and city travel guides, and interview everyday citizens. It was perhaps the largest and most chaotic publishing venture in American history, and yet it produced over 200 publications, and its flagship travel guide series remains important for its firsthand views of life in America. The Nebraska guide was a notable success and state bestseller. This moderated discussion with a panel of experts will focus on that guidebook and the work of the staff of the Nebraska Writers’ Project and how that speaks to Nebraskans today. It will focus on the varied experiences of three Nebraskans: Rudolph Umland, a hardscrabble farmer turned editor, Weldon Kees, a hardware businessman’s son turned poet, and Ruby Wilson, a former nurse who found a passion in first-person history. The event will also shine a spotlight on University of Nebraska-Lincoln professor and founder of Prairie Schooner, Lowry Wimberly, whose influence was critical to the Project’s success. This event is being produced in partnership with Lincoln City Libraries and Prairie Schooner with support from Humanities Nebraska.

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Americans and the Holocaust Traveling Exhibition (Read More)

The Americans and the Holocaust traveling exhibition from the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., will be at the Calvin T. Ryan Library on the University of Nebraska Kearney campus from February 5 - March 19 during library hours. The exhibit addresses important themes in American history, including Americans’ responses to refugees, war and genocide in the 1930s and ‘40s. This exhibition will challenge the commonly held assumptions that Americans knew little and did nothing about the Nazi persecution and murder of Jews as the Holocaust unfolded. Drawing on a remarkable collection of primary sources from the 1930s and ‘40s, the exhibition focuses on the stories of individuals and groups of Americans who took action in response to Nazism. It will challenge visitors to consider the responsibilities and obstacles faced by individuals—from President Franklin Delano Roosevelt to ordinary Americans—who made difficult choices, sought to effect change, and, in a few cases, took significant risks to help victims of Nazism even as rescue never became a government priority. The exhibit hopes to challenge people to not only ask “what would I have done?” but also, “what will I do?” Library hours are Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - midnight, Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday 1-5 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. - midnight (closed March 14-15) For more information about events related to the exhibit, visit the exhibit website.

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The Negro Motorist Green Book exhibit (Read More)

The Negro Motorist Green Book offers an immersive look at the reality of travel for African Americans in mid-century America, and how the annual guide served as an indispensable resource for the nation’s rising African American middle class. The exhibition includes artifacts such as historic footage, images and firsthand accounts to convey not only the apprehension felt by African American travelers, but also the resilience, innovation and elegance of people fighting to live a full American existence. It will bring focus to a vibrant parallel world of African American businesses, the rise of the Black leisure class in the United States and the important role The Green Book played in facilitating the second wave of the Great Migration. The Green Book was published and distributed nationwide from 1936 until 1967, providing African American travelers with information on restaurants, gas stations, department stores and other businesses that welcomed Black travelers. In an era of Jim Crow laws and “sundown towns,” The Green Book offered critical, life-saving information and sanctuary. Museum hours: Sunday, Noon – 4PM; Tuesday-Saturday; 10AM-4PM; closed Mondays. Admission free for members, $15 for adults, with discounts for seniors, military members and veterans, and children.

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Trains & Tractors & Trucks (Read More)

This event is part of a series of four “History Comes Alive in 2025” events sponsored by the Butler County Historical Society in partnership with people across the county. The collaborating partner for this program is the family of Eugene & Darlene Divis. December’s speaker will be Ron Mimick. He will speak about the history of trains, tractors, and trucks and how they changed Butler County. The doors open at 5:30 and the program starts at 6:30.

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Bison exhibit at University of Nebraska State Museum Morrill Hall (Read More)

Text on image reads: Bison A traveling exhibit exploring the past, present, and future of this great North American mammal. There is a blue background with darker blue silhouettes of bison behind a photo of a portion of the exhibit that features a large bison hide draped over a doorway-sized wooden frame. The hide has images painted on it of bison, horses, tipis, and people on horseback.

BISON - a traveling exhibit exploring the past, present, and future of this great North American mammal - will be at the University of Nebraska State Museum Morrill Hall from November 8 through May 31. The exhibit explores the significance of bison in the cultures of Plains Indian peoples--particularly as a resource for food, clothing, shelter and tools. That co-existence changed dramatically with the closing of the frontier that brought new settlers with livestock to compete for grass and water during a time of climate and habitat change. These developments were exacerbated by the commodification of the bison as hide and bone in late nineteenth century industrialization. The most recent chapter of the bison story is both significant and complex: the romance of rescuing and preserving bison; the science of genetic diversity within the species; the dynamics of poachers, profiteers, and producers both industrial and small-scale; marketing bison fiber and meat to the 21st century customer. The exhibit highlights the role of the National Buffalo Foundation in bringing together a community of stakeholders to celebrate and promote the bison's heritage and to raise awareness of that story. The museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 9:00am – 5:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm – 5:00pm Morrill Hall is closed on Mondays and select holidays (January 1, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, December 24 & 25). Museum admission: $13.00, Children (ages 3-11) $7.50, under 3 FREE Museums for All (with SNAP, EBT, or WIC Card) $1.00 Museum Members, UNL NCard Holders, ASTC Members, Blue Star (active-duty military, guard, reserves & families with ID) FREE *A $1 discount is available for Seniors (65+), or Active/Veteran Military (with ID) on regular admission

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Woven with History: Timeless Textiles from the Ak-Sar-Ben Collection (Read More)

The history of Ak-Sar-Ben lives on at The Durham Museum, where the Ak-Sar-Ben collection of textiles offers a glimpse into the glamour and prestige that went into an unforgettable evening. In this exhibit, museum visitors will have a rare opportunity to view stunning gowns from the annual Ak-Sar-Ben coronation ball. This exhibit shines a spotlight on an important collection through dresses and objects spanning the 1910s to the 2010s. They also tell another important story — the way the objects change over time and how the museum preserves them. The Durham Museum is open Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday noon – 4 p.m., with special extended hours in December - see museum website. Closed November, 21 and 27, December 25, January 1. Admission: Adults: $15*, Seniors (62+): $12*, Military/Veteran: $12*, Children (ages 3 – 12): $8* *PLUS TAX Children 2 years and under FREE

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Taking Pride in Nebraska LGBTQ+ History (Read More)

In “Taking Pride in Nebraska LGBTQ+ History” panelists will share information about LGBTQIA2S+ history, research, community programming, and the traveling exhibit Pride and Joy: Nebraska History highlighting their unique perspectives as archivists, public historians, curators, and scholars. The presentation is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Questions can be submitted for panelists during registration. Visit the event website for more information, and to register.

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Pride and Joy: Nebraska History traveling exhibit @ Charles B Washington Branch (Read More)

Pride and Joy: Nebraska History is a 13-panel traveling exhibit that examines the history of LGBTQIA2S+ communities, events, and organizations in Nebraska. The exhibit introduces several topics and themes related to this history, including pre-Stonewall, religious organizations, rural experiences, colleges and universities, and publications such as newsletters and community calendars of events. The banners sharing this history are illustrated with archival materials including newspaper clippings, photographs, advertisements, and ephemera such as a brick from Omaha’s Diamond Bar. The library hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, closed Sunday.

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Pride and Joy: Nebraska History traveling exhibit @ Criss Library (Read More)

Pride and Joy: Nebraska History is a 13-panel traveling exhibit that examines the history of LGBTQIA2S+ communities, events, and organizations in Nebraska. The exhibit introduces several topics and themes related to this history, including pre-Stonewall, religious organizations, rural experiences, colleges and universities, and publications such as newsletters and community calendars of events. The banners sharing this history are illustrated with archival materials including newspaper clippings, photographs, advertisements, and ephemera such as a brick from Omaha’s Diamond Bar. The Criss Library is currently open summer hours: noon to 9 p.m. Sundays, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Fridays.

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African American debutante cotillion ball history (Read More)

Dr. Nikita Harris will give a lecture on the history and significance of African American debutante cotillion balls. Dr. Nikita Harris is a distinguished scholar, public historian, and advocate for preserving African American cultural heritage who used her Reese Phifer Fellowship to study African American Cotillions and Black Debutante Social Programs across the United States. She also spearheads the National Black Debutante Project and the International League of Cotillions. For more information contact interculturaled@mccneb.edu or call 531-622-2253.

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African American Cotillions Exhibit (Read More)

A one-day-only exhibit on the history and significance of African American debutante cotillion balls will be available in room 201A of Building 22, Swanson Conference Center on the Fort Omaha Campus of Metropolitan Community College, in conjunction with a 5:30 p.m. lecture by Dr. Nikita Harris. For more information contact interculturaled@mccneb.edu or call 531-622-2253.

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Registration deadline for Young History Detectives camps in Omaha (Read More)

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YHD participants learn research skills, history, and oral storytelling. Oral Histories preserve community history uniquely. We explore storytelling through art, music, dance, gaming, creative writing, illustration, yoga, meditation, sound therapy, and photography. Each day blends calm and creativity—with daily yoga, mindfulness, and journaling to start us off right. Art, games, and fun are built into our routine, along with exciting trips to UNO’s Wellness Center for swimming or rock climbing. We’ll also explore Omaha through tours, visit the Durham History Museum and historic landmarks, connect with inspiring community leaders, and dive into the rich stories that bring our city to life! Junior Camp (ages 9-11) July 21-July 25, 2025 10:00 AM-5:00 PM YHD Camp (12-18) July 28-August 8 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Register online by June 27. For more information, or to register, visit The House of Afro, Capes and Curls website.

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Oregon-California Trails Association Convention in Gering (Read More)

The Oregon-California Trails Association and the Nebraska Chapter of OCTA present “We Do Old In A New Way”. The Gering Civic Center at 1050 M Street in Gering is Convention HQ, with additional events occurring at the Legacy of the Plains Museum, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Midwest Theater. The theme of this year's convention, We Do Old In A New Way, is a nod to the fact that since OCTA's last Gering convention, three new museum facilities were built at Chimney Rock, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Legacy of the Plains Museum. The convention will focus on the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express National Historic Trails across Nebraska's panhandle and eastern Wyoming (including the corridor's usage by American Indians for thousands of years prior to usage by emigrants). The convention will explore each of these different eras via tours throughout the region, a premiere list of authoritative speakers, and events at other local sites. Registration and fees are required. Visit the convention website to register, and for up-to-date schedules. Speakers and locations include: Tuesday, July 25, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 1:00 pm Erick Wadsworth - The Mormon Pioneer Trail Across Nebraska 2:00 pm Phyllis Stone - Lakota Customs 3:00 pm Angela Bates - Nicodemus and Black Emigrants of Kansas 4:00 pm François-Marie Patorni - The Robidoux Family Wednesday, July 26, Midwest Theater, 1707 Broadway, Scottsbluff 7 - 8:30 pm "On the California Trail: Preserving Gravelly Ford" (25 min) and "Educational Trail Shorts" including: "The Trial of Standing Bear" - 8 mins "Louise Clappe" - 8 mins "William Bent" - 11 mins "Jim Bridger (and Rendezvous)" - 9 mins "Nat Love - African American Cowboy and Cattle Trails" - 10 mins Friday, July 28, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 9:00 am Brian and Colin Croft - Map Presentation 10:00 am Broc Anderson - Trails & Rails 11:00 am Kylie McCormick - Marking the Trail Along the Nebraska/Wyoming Border 1:00 pm Cindy Pierce and Gina Rhoads - The Captive Lucinda Eubanks 2:00 pm Cody Assmann - Oshkosh Fur Trade 3:00 pm Scott Alumbaugh - Bikepacking the Pony Express Trail 4:00 pm Jeff Broome - The Fletcher Sisters 1865 Indian Captivity near Rock Creek Station

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Oregon-California Trails Association Convention in Gering (Read More)

The Oregon-California Trails Association and the Nebraska Chapter of OCTA present “We Do Old In A New Way”. The Gering Civic Center at 1050 M Street in Gering is Convention HQ, with additional events occurring at the Legacy of the Plains Museum, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Midwest Theater. The theme of this year's convention, We Do Old In A New Way, is a nod to the fact that since OCTA's last Gering convention, three new museum facilities were built at Chimney Rock, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Legacy of the Plains Museum. The convention will focus on the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express National Historic Trails across Nebraska's panhandle and eastern Wyoming (including the corridor's usage by American Indians for thousands of years prior to usage by emigrants). The convention will explore each of these different eras via tours throughout the region, a premiere list of authoritative speakers, and events at other local sites. Registration and fees are required. Visit the convention website to register, and for up-to-date schedules. Speakers and locations include: Tuesday, July 25, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 1:00 pm Erick Wadsworth - The Mormon Pioneer Trail Across Nebraska 2:00 pm Phyllis Stone - Lakota Customs 3:00 pm Angela Bates - Nicodemus and Black Emigrants of Kansas 4:00 pm François-Marie Patorni - The Robidoux Family Wednesday, July 26, Midwest Theater, 1707 Broadway, Scottsbluff 7 - 8:30 pm "On the California Trail: Preserving Gravelly Ford" (25 min) and "Educational Trail Shorts" including: "The Trial of Standing Bear" - 8 mins "Louise Clappe" - 8 mins "William Bent" - 11 mins "Jim Bridger (and Rendezvous)" - 9 mins "Nat Love - African American Cowboy and Cattle Trails" - 10 mins Friday, July 28, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 9:00 am Brian and Colin Croft - Map Presentation 10:00 am Broc Anderson - Trails & Rails 11:00 am Kylie McCormick - Marking the Trail Along the Nebraska/Wyoming Border 1:00 pm Cindy Pierce and Gina Rhoads - The Captive Lucinda Eubanks 2:00 pm Cody Assmann - Oshkosh Fur Trade 3:00 pm Scott Alumbaugh - Bikepacking the Pony Express Trail 4:00 pm Jeff Broome - The Fletcher Sisters 1865 Indian Captivity near Rock Creek Station

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Oregon-California Trails Association Convention in Gering (Read More)

The Oregon-California Trails Association and the Nebraska Chapter of OCTA present “We Do Old In A New Way”. The Gering Civic Center at 1050 M Street in Gering is Convention HQ, with additional events occurring at the Legacy of the Plains Museum, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Midwest Theater. The theme of this year's convention, We Do Old In A New Way, is a nod to the fact that since OCTA's last Gering convention, three new museum facilities were built at Chimney Rock, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Legacy of the Plains Museum. The convention will focus on the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express National Historic Trails across Nebraska's panhandle and eastern Wyoming (including the corridor's usage by American Indians for thousands of years prior to usage by emigrants). The convention will explore each of these different eras via tours throughout the region, a premiere list of authoritative speakers, and events at other local sites. Registration and fees are required. Visit the convention website to register, and for up-to-date schedules. Speakers and locations include: Tuesday, July 25, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 1:00 pm Erick Wadsworth - The Mormon Pioneer Trail Across Nebraska 2:00 pm Phyllis Stone - Lakota Customs 3:00 pm Angela Bates - Nicodemus and Black Emigrants of Kansas 4:00 pm François-Marie Patorni - The Robidoux Family Wednesday, July 26, Midwest Theater, 1707 Broadway, Scottsbluff 7 - 8:30 pm "On the California Trail: Preserving Gravelly Ford" (25 min) and "Educational Trail Shorts" including: "The Trial of Standing Bear" - 8 mins "Louise Clappe" - 8 mins "William Bent" - 11 mins "Jim Bridger (and Rendezvous)" - 9 mins "Nat Love - African American Cowboy and Cattle Trails" - 10 mins Friday, July 28, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 9:00 am Brian and Colin Croft - Map Presentation 10:00 am Broc Anderson - Trails & Rails 11:00 am Kylie McCormick - Marking the Trail Along the Nebraska/Wyoming Border 1:00 pm Cindy Pierce and Gina Rhoads - The Captive Lucinda Eubanks 2:00 pm Cody Assmann - Oshkosh Fur Trade 3:00 pm Scott Alumbaugh - Bikepacking the Pony Express Trail 4:00 pm Jeff Broome - The Fletcher Sisters 1865 Indian Captivity near Rock Creek Station

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Oregon-California Trails Association Convention in Gering (Read More)

The Oregon-California Trails Association and the Nebraska Chapter of OCTA present “We Do Old In A New Way”. The Gering Civic Center at 1050 M Street in Gering is Convention HQ, with additional events occurring at the Legacy of the Plains Museum, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Midwest Theater. The theme of this year's convention, We Do Old In A New Way, is a nod to the fact that since OCTA's last Gering convention, three new museum facilities were built at Chimney Rock, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Legacy of the Plains Museum. The convention will focus on the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express National Historic Trails across Nebraska's panhandle and eastern Wyoming (including the corridor's usage by American Indians for thousands of years prior to usage by emigrants). The convention will explore each of these different eras via tours throughout the region, a premiere list of authoritative speakers, and events at other local sites. Registration and fees are required. Visit the convention website to register, and for up-to-date schedules. Speakers and locations include: Tuesday, July 25, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 1:00 pm Erick Wadsworth - The Mormon Pioneer Trail Across Nebraska 2:00 pm Phyllis Stone - Lakota Customs 3:00 pm Angela Bates - Nicodemus and Black Emigrants of Kansas 4:00 pm François-Marie Patorni - The Robidoux Family Wednesday, July 26, Midwest Theater, 1707 Broadway, Scottsbluff 7 - 8:30 pm "On the California Trail: Preserving Gravelly Ford" (25 min) and "Educational Trail Shorts" including: "The Trial of Standing Bear" - 8 mins "Louise Clappe" - 8 mins "William Bent" - 11 mins "Jim Bridger (and Rendezvous)" - 9 mins "Nat Love - African American Cowboy and Cattle Trails" - 10 mins Friday, July 28, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 9:00 am Brian and Colin Croft - Map Presentation 10:00 am Broc Anderson - Trails & Rails 11:00 am Kylie McCormick - Marking the Trail Along the Nebraska/Wyoming Border 1:00 pm Cindy Pierce and Gina Rhoads - The Captive Lucinda Eubanks 2:00 pm Cody Assmann - Oshkosh Fur Trade 3:00 pm Scott Alumbaugh - Bikepacking the Pony Express Trail 4:00 pm Jeff Broome - The Fletcher Sisters 1865 Indian Captivity near Rock Creek Station

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Oregon-California Trails Association Convention in Gering (Read More)

The Oregon-California Trails Association and the Nebraska Chapter of OCTA present “We Do Old In A New Way”. The Gering Civic Center at 1050 M Street in Gering is Convention HQ, with additional events occurring at the Legacy of the Plains Museum, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Midwest Theater. The theme of this year's convention, We Do Old In A New Way, is a nod to the fact that since OCTA's last Gering convention, three new museum facilities were built at Chimney Rock, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Legacy of the Plains Museum. The convention will focus on the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express National Historic Trails across Nebraska's panhandle and eastern Wyoming (including the corridor's usage by American Indians for thousands of years prior to usage by emigrants). The convention will explore each of these different eras via tours throughout the region, a premiere list of authoritative speakers, and events at other local sites. Registration and fees are required. Visit the convention website to register, and for up-to-date schedules. Speakers and locations include: Tuesday, July 25, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 1:00 pm Erick Wadsworth - The Mormon Pioneer Trail Across Nebraska 2:00 pm Phyllis Stone - Lakota Customs 3:00 pm Angela Bates - Nicodemus and Black Emigrants of Kansas 4:00 pm François-Marie Patorni - The Robidoux Family Wednesday, July 26, Midwest Theater, 1707 Broadway, Scottsbluff 7 - 8:30 pm "On the California Trail: Preserving Gravelly Ford" (25 min) and "Educational Trail Shorts" including: "The Trial of Standing Bear" - 8 mins "Louise Clappe" - 8 mins "William Bent" - 11 mins "Jim Bridger (and Rendezvous)" - 9 mins "Nat Love - African American Cowboy and Cattle Trails" - 10 mins Friday, July 28, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 9:00 am Brian and Colin Croft - Map Presentation 10:00 am Broc Anderson - Trails & Rails 11:00 am Kylie McCormick - Marking the Trail Along the Nebraska/Wyoming Border 1:00 pm Cindy Pierce and Gina Rhoads - The Captive Lucinda Eubanks 2:00 pm Cody Assmann - Oshkosh Fur Trade 3:00 pm Scott Alumbaugh - Bikepacking the Pony Express Trail 4:00 pm Jeff Broome - The Fletcher Sisters 1865 Indian Captivity near Rock Creek Station

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Oregon-California Trails Association Convention in Gering (Read More)

The Oregon-California Trails Association and the Nebraska Chapter of OCTA present “We Do Old In A New Way”. The Gering Civic Center at 1050 M Street in Gering is Convention HQ, with additional events occurring at the Legacy of the Plains Museum, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Midwest Theater. The theme of this year's convention, We Do Old In A New Way, is a nod to the fact that since OCTA's last Gering convention, three new museum facilities were built at Chimney Rock, Scotts Bluff National Monument, and the Legacy of the Plains Museum. The convention will focus on the Oregon, California, Mormon Pioneer, and Pony Express National Historic Trails across Nebraska's panhandle and eastern Wyoming (including the corridor's usage by American Indians for thousands of years prior to usage by emigrants). The convention will explore each of these different eras via tours throughout the region, a premiere list of authoritative speakers, and events at other local sites. Registration and fees are required. Visit the convention website to register, and for up-to-date schedules. Speakers and locations include: Tuesday, July 25, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 1:00 pm Erick Wadsworth - The Mormon Pioneer Trail Across Nebraska 2:00 pm Phyllis Stone - Lakota Customs 3:00 pm Angela Bates - Nicodemus and Black Emigrants of Kansas 4:00 pm François-Marie Patorni - The Robidoux Family Wednesday, July 26, Midwest Theater, 1707 Broadway, Scottsbluff 7 - 8:30 pm "On the California Trail: Preserving Gravelly Ford" (25 min) and "Educational Trail Shorts" including: "The Trial of Standing Bear" - 8 mins "Louise Clappe" - 8 mins "William Bent" - 11 mins "Jim Bridger (and Rendezvous)" - 9 mins "Nat Love - African American Cowboy and Cattle Trails" - 10 mins Friday, July 28, Gering Civic Center, 1050 M St, Gering 9:00 am Brian and Colin Croft - Map Presentation 10:00 am Broc Anderson - Trails & Rails 11:00 am Kylie McCormick - Marking the Trail Along the Nebraska/Wyoming Border 1:00 pm Cindy Pierce and Gina Rhoads - The Captive Lucinda Eubanks 2:00 pm Cody Assmann - Oshkosh Fur Trade 3:00 pm Scott Alumbaugh - Bikepacking the Pony Express Trail 4:00 pm Jeff Broome - The Fletcher Sisters 1865 Indian Captivity near Rock Creek Station

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Sidney Gold Rush Days 2023 (Read More)

Sidney Gold Rush Days is a family-oriented outdoor festival. It is held in Legion Park, Sidney, Nebraska, during the second weekend of June. The festival emphasizes the history of the Sidney to Deadwood Gold Rush Trail in the late 1870’s. Lots of activities are provided for children. Activities include free entertainment, quick draw competitions, wagon rides, hands-on gold panning demonstrations, and much more. Numerous craftsmen demonstrate blacksmithing, weaving, spinning, woodworking, leather tanning, and more. For a full schedule of events, visit https://sidneygoldrushdays.org/.

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Sidney Gold Rush Days 2023 (Read More)

Sidney Gold Rush Days is a family-oriented outdoor festival. It is held in Legion Park, Sidney, Nebraska, during the second weekend of June. The festival emphasizes the history of the Sidney to Deadwood Gold Rush Trail in the late 1870’s. Lots of activities are provided for children. Activities include free entertainment, quick draw competitions, wagon rides, hands-on gold panning demonstrations, and much more. Numerous craftsmen demonstrate blacksmithing, weaving, spinning, woodworking, leather tanning, and more. For a full schedule of events, visit https://sidneygoldrushdays.org/.

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Nebraska Stories Season 14 Episode 2 (Read More)

Enjoyed by viewers across the state for its feature-based, character-driven storytelling, “Nebraska Stories” covers art, science, history, sports, performance, nature and more. New episodes air Thursdays at 8 p.m., repeating at 9 p.m. Mondays on Nebraska Public Media and at 8:30 a.m. Fridays on World, and are also viewable online at https://nebraskastories.org/. On Feb. 16, the series shadows a Lincoln woman who lives life in perpetual motion, helping everyone from elite athletes to couch potatoes up their fitness game. Plus, unpack the history of how the South Omaha Stockyards overtook Chicago as the nation’s largest livestock market.

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Nebraska Stories Season 14 Episode 2 (Read More)

Enjoyed by viewers across the state for its feature-based, character-driven storytelling, “Nebraska Stories” covers art, science, history, sports, performance, nature and more. New episodes air Thursdays at 8 p.m., repeating at 9 p.m. Mondays on Nebraska Public Media and at 8:30 a.m. Fridays on World, and are also viewable online at https://nebraskastories.org/. On Feb. 16, the series shadows a Lincoln woman who lives life in perpetual motion, helping everyone from elite athletes to couch potatoes up their fitness game. Plus, unpack the history of how the South Omaha Stockyards overtook Chicago as the nation’s largest livestock market.

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