Year Founded
1953
EIN
47-6046355
Local Leader/Exec. Director
Ben Justman, Director
Primary Contact Name
Ben Justman
Main Address

2402 Clay Street
Bellevue, NE 68005
United States

What We Do

The Sarpy County Historical Museum protects, preserves, and promotes the rich history of Sarpy County. With the support of our patrons and community partners, we offer interesting programs and hands on learning experiences for both the young and old. The society has a long and proud tradition of working with community partners to preserve and promote the rich history of the area. We continually provide educational opportunities for the young and old in our community through our partnerships with local community schools, guided tours, and ongoing program offerings.

The Sarpy County Museum is currently accepting donations towards a new facility located in Papillion. This museum will house the Wimmer Collection, a multi-thousand piece Union Pacific collection, as well as Sarpy County history with space for rotating exhibits, a meeting space, larger admin offices, and a larger storage space.

Interesting Info
  • The society was first organized in 1934 and incorporated in 1953.
  • The Wimmer Union Pacific Collection is one of the nation's preeminent railroad collections.
  • The oldest still standing train depot in Nebraska is adjacent to the museum. It was built in 1869 and relocated to its present location in 1987.
Geographic Location
Volunteer Opportunities

School Tour Guide
Repeats daily for 129 times
Anytime

Digitization and Transcription Volunteers
Repeats daily for 333 times
Anytime

General Upkeep Volunteer
Repeats daily for 334 times
Anytime

Community Engagement Volunteer
Repeats daily for 349 times
Anytime

Historical Research Volunteer
Repeats annually on the 23rd of January for 5 times
Anytime

A group of volunteers at the Bellevue Log Cabin
Sarpy County Museum table set up at the Sarpy County Fair for old 4-H identification
Sarpy County Museum award from Omaha Metropolitan Area Awards for Best Attraction in Sarpy County
Group photo of the Sarpy County Museum Board of Directors and Sarpy County Tourism director Fred Uhe