Nebraska State Historical Society

To prove the strength of their controversial new building design, Behlen Manufacturing hung sixteen new International Harvester Model M tractors from the roof ridge member in June 1950. Photo courtesy of Behlen Manufacturing.

By Kylie Kinley, Assistant Editor

(Originally published August 6, 2016)

Today, a business ...

The Bordeaux Trading Post

The Museum of the Fur Trade was opened in 1955 near Chadron, Nebraska, on the site of the original Bordeaux trading post. The trading post was originally founded in 1837 by James Bordeaux and operated until 1876. It was reconstructed in 1960 as part of the museum grounds.  

Our Historical Markers across Nebraska highlight fascinating moments and places in our state’s past. Today we focus on Scout’s Rest in North Platte, originally built as a getaway for Buffalo Bill Cody.

William Frederick Cody (1846-1917), known to the world a “Buffalo Bill,” was the most noted Nebraskan of his day. The Many national and European t...

Every May, communities across the country come together to celebrate National Historic Preservation Month—a time to recognize the historic sites, neighborhoods, and landmarks that connect us to our past and inspire us to protect them for future generations. Here in Nebraska, we’re marking the occasion with a series of events and activities that invite you to explore your comm...

Are you curious about Nebraska’s National Historic Landmarks and want to learn more about each site? Bookmark this page, download this keepsake map, and share your discoveries by tagging us on