The August Fundraiser is right around the corner and I hope you will consider joining us. The museum has two big fundraising events that allow us to successfully operate on a year round basis, pay the… Read more >
Our Annual Fundraiser , Save the Newspapers, is quickly approaching. It will be held on Saturday, August 6th at 5 PM and feature a catered dinner, entertainment by Michael Murphy, wine pull, door… Read more >
The Fort Crook blacksmith shop was the first building completed at Fort Crook in 1893 and still remains part of Offutt AFB today. The structure was used not only by… Read more >
There is culture in Sarpy County and the museum does its share to provide it. April offered the extremely high quality program of Steve Tamayo, Native American artist and cultural… Read more >
It is that time of year again! The Sarpy County Museum is looking for quilts for our annual Great Sarpy County Quilt Exhibit. Quilts should have an interesting hook, be… Read more >
Welded bridge construction first appeared in the United States in the late 1920s, this steel truss bridge is estimated to have been built between the 1930’s and 1940’s. It is unknown… Read more >
Every month, I have the opportunity to briefly share all the good work that takes place to help keep local history alive. With many helping hands, we are able to… Read more >
In 1824, Peter Sarpy arrived in Nebraska for the American Fur Company and later, began operating a trading post. This was the last unofficial post office and the only ferry… Read more >
In commemoration of the 50 years of The National Historic Preservation Act, we will be featuring all 19 historic sites in Sarpy County on the blog and in our member… Read more >
Welcome to March. Now that we’re in the clear of winter weather, the museum is on the eve of resuming work for the train caboose. I’ve spent the last several weeks arranging contracting bids to paint… Read more >