Nebraska State Historical Society

a CILC Content Provider

12,000 years of human history! Many people and cultures have made Nebraska their home. The Nebraska State Historical Society) has been working since 1878 to collect, preserve, and open to all the state's rich history. At the Nebraska History Museum, and all NSHS Sites, we have thousands of objects that help tell the story of Nebraska's past. Through our virtual programming, we hope to make Nebraska's History accessible to all.

2023-2024

Programs by Nebraska State Historical Society

Bison In Nebraska [FREE]

Explore bison’s past, present, and future, as well as Nebraska’s deep cultural connections to North America’s largest land mammal!

Celebrating Black History Month: Virtual Education Program

Celebrate Black History Month with a virtual journey through the stories, artifacts, and remarkable contributions of African Americans in Nebraska.

George Norris And The Unicameral: How Did Nebraska Become A One-House Legislature? [FREE]

Nebraska's unicameral legislature is the only one of its kind in the US. Students will learn how it works, how senators represent constituents, and how a famous Nebraska politician made it possible!

George W. Norris: The Life of a Public Servant [FREE]

Nebraska Trailblazers: The Buffalo Soldiers [FREE]

Learn about the Buffalo Soldiers, America's first black servicemen, who lived and served at Fort Robinson. Discover their history and legacy as trailblazers in Nebraska history.

Piecing Together the Past: In 10 Questions or Less! [FREE]

Explore the "Piecing Together the Past" exhibit at the Nebraska History Museum to learn about Nebraska's human history, archeological sites, native populations, and more. Get answers to FAQs about archeology and Nebraska history and use critical...

The Oregon Trail: Chance, Choice, and Chimney Rock! [FREE]

Experience the Oregon Trail like never before with a virtual lesson at Chimney Rock. Discover the importance of choice, chance, and opportunity as an expert shares real stories of those affected by the historic trail.

Type of Organization

Arts/Cultural/Museum

Contact

Araceli Hernandez araceli.hernandez@nebraska.gov
1500 R Street
Lincoln NE 68508
402-309-6359
United States

history.nebraska.gov/

Primary Disciplines

The programs of Nebraska State Historical Society cover:

Culture
Social and Emotional Learning( SEL)
History & Social Studies

Awards, Quotes, Testimonials

Excerpts from past surveys

"We learned so much!!"

“It was great! The virtual field trip and the guy who taught it was fabulous!”

"Our site guide was great! She was kind and knowledgeable and engaged my class well."

"She did a wonderful job of asking higher-level questions about the topic. We really enjoyed it."

"This presentation was GREAT!"

"Realistic (our site guide) really looked like a pioneer!"