What We Do
The Douglas County Historical Society preserves and enlivens historical insight in Douglas County, Nebraska. We share history through classes, programs, events, the 140-year old General Crook House Museum and our Library Archives Center. As the official caretaker of history for Douglas County, we preserve vital records and help people from all over the world learn about their ancestors from Omaha and Douglas County.
Interesting Info
Our goal is to be the first place people think of when they have a question about Douglas County history.
Our staff members are available to assist with research, photo reproduction, document scanning and archival preservation advice.
The General Crook House Museum, built in 1879 in the Italianate style, has been restored and furnished in its original Victorian splendor.
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Volunteer Opportunities
| Garden Volunteer |
Repeats every day on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until Wed Feb 05 2020. Monday, October 14, 2019 (All day) |
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| General Crook House Museum Docent |
Repeats every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until Mon Feb 03 2020. Monday, October 14, 2019 - 10:00am |
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| General Crook House Museum Greeter |
Repeats every week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday until Mon Feb 03 2020. Monday, October 14, 2019 - 10:00am |
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Upcoming Events
| Second Sunday Talk |
October 13, 2019 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm |
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| Trolley Tour, Farnam Street East |
October 20, 2019 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm |
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| October Readers’ Circle: The Gray Fox by Paul Magid |
October 30, 2019 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm |
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| Holiday Decor |
November 2, 2019 - 10:00am to January 12, 2020 - 4:00pm |
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| Gerald Dickens Live Theater Performance |
November 16, 2019 - 2:00pm to 8:00pm |
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| Celebrating English Traditions |
December 6, 2019 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm |
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