The Fontenelle Bank stands at the corner Mission Avenue and Main Street in Olde Towne Bellevue. Built in 1857, this building has quite the interesting history. The original purpose for… Read more >
I know people mean well when they refer to the Sarpy County Museum as “your museum.”While there is no ill will, I have to admit though it can be a pet peeve of… Read more >
Built in 1922-23, the Third Sarpy County Courthouse is an example of the Classic Revival style. This is 3 of the 4 properties that have served as the Sarpy County… Read more >
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 >
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 >