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The Robert Henri Museum and Gallery is a national treasure that is the result of the work of many volunteers, board members, and professional staff who have toiled for forty years. The organization’s mission is to promote the legacy of Robert Henri, one of America’s most important art instructors and artists. The museum and gallery serve as the center for Henri studies and ac...

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In 1847 Brigham Young led the first migration over the Morman Trail along the north bank of the Platte River, and in 1866 the Union Pacific Railroad pushed its main line westward to this valley, bringing pioneer settlers. However, it was not until 1871 when the Burlington & Missouri River Railroad fixed the junction point of its line w...

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By David L. Bristow

This is a preview of an article that will appear in the Spring 2026 issue of Nebraska History magazine. href="https://history.nebraska.gov/membership/" target="_blank" rel="noopene...

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Hall County Sheriff Wedgwood received a telegram from W.J. Burger of Doniphan on November 27, 1887, informing him that half the town was in ashes. The previous evening residents of Doniphan reported hearing a small explosion. Upon investigation, they found nothing amiss and returned to their homes. A second, larger explosion 45 minutes later brought out re...

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