Lt. Robert Gael Strawn
Robert Gael Strawn was born on October 31, 1921, in Papillion, Nebraska to Joseph and Ruth (West) Strawn. His father was an Indiana native and World War I veteran. Joseph… Read more >
Tag Archive: Sarpy County Museum
Murder in Sarpy County
The first murder case brought before a judge in Nebraska happened right here in what is now Sarpy County. George W. Hollister was shot and killed by Dr. Charles Henry… Read more >
Recap: Cold Cases of Sarpy County
This past Sunday the Sarpy County Sheriff’s office gave a presentation at the museum about several homicide cases that are classified as cold. The presenter, Kathe Erhart, has been an… Read more >
Judge Augustus Hall
The Honorable Augustus Hall was one of the earliest residents of Bellevue. His arrival in the county was announced by the Bellevue Gazette in May 1858. Hall was appointed the… Read more >
Chief Big Elk
Chief Big Elk, or Ong-pa-ton-ga, is one of the most iconic figures in Sarpy County history. This week marks sixty years since he was buried…for the third time. His original… Read more >
Crime and Punishment
A new exhibit kicks off at the Sarpy County Museum on Tuesday, September 2, 2014 and runs through Saturday, November 1, 2014. “Crime and Punishment” highlights the darker side of… Read more >
FUNDRAISING LUNCHEON FEATURES CHRIS SAYER
Fundraising Luncheon Features Chris Sayer Tickets for the Sarpy County Museum’s Aug. 2 fundraising luncheon are now available. The luncheon’s theme is “Through the Years,” to coincide with the 2014… Read more >
Come Enjoy Quilting Demonstrations
More than 100 quilts, both antique and modern, are displayed throughout the Sarpy County Museum in Bellevue for the “Depression to Digital: Celebrating 80 Years of Quilting” exhibit. The annual… Read more >
Omaha Gives! Success
The Sarpy County Museum was the recipient of more than $1,700 in donations over the 24-hour Omaha Gives! program. This equals a huge gain over last year’s numbers for the… Read more >