It takes a good fence to keep livestock out of a farmer’s crops or garden. But how do you build a fence on the plains, where trees are scarce?
History & Culture
Fort Hartsuff Celebrates 150 Years
To commemorate this historic milestone, Fort Hartsuff is hosting a two-day event Aug. 31 to Sept. 1 on Labor Day weekend.
Fort Robinson Turns 150
Today, Fort Robinson is a popular state historical park where visitors enjoy the outdoors while experiencing many layers of the past.
The Great Depression through John Vachon’s Lens
John Vachon (1914-1975) was not yet a famous photographer when he arrived in Omaha in October 1938. It was his first extensive solo trip.
A History Mystery: The 100-pound steamboat anchor
Gloria Liljestrand-Barber found a 100-pound anchor in 1985 near Brady. A similar anchor had been discovered 3 miles away in 1894.
Smith Falls State Park: Cascading Through the Times
Though Smith Falls State Park is Nebraska’s youngest, the property’s main attraction has surely been recognized as a scenic jewel.