Thank you to all of our generous 2024 Give Where You Live donors. We appreciate you, and are so excited to bring your amazing programs and exhibits in 2025!
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710 W 11th St | PO Box 523
Kearney, NE 68848
Phone: (308) 234-3041
Summer Hours: Memorial Day thru Labor Day
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Monday thru Saturday
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
Winter Hours: Labor Day thru Memorial Day
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Monday thru Friday
Closed
Saturday & Sunday
See EVENTS Tab for Special Happenings
Buffalo County Historical Society and Trails & Rails Museum
The object of this Society shall be to bring together those people interested in history, and especially the history of Buffalo County and the State of Nebraska. Understanding the history and preservation of the history of our community is basic to our democratic way of life and gives us a better appreciation of our American heritage.
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On this website, you will find information about Buffalo County Historical Society (BCHS) and Trails & Rails Museum events, archive information, contact information, photos of our property, as well as general information!
Donations to the Trails & Rails Museum (both monetary and artifacts) allow for continued development for the museum and educational pieces. Support the museum today by making a donation!
Becoming a member of the Buffalo County Historical Society is a great choice for those of all ages who want to help preserve the past and who enjoy history!
Membership includes:
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Free admission into Trails & Rails Museum
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20% discount in our gift shop
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Bi-monthly Buffalo Tales newsletters
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Invitations to members-only events
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Advance notice to special happenings
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Special volunteer opportunities
Membership levels:
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Student.............................................$10
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Individual..........................................$35
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Family (immediate).........................$40
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Institutional/Corporate..................$50
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Supporting........................................$75
Engineer Membership levels:
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Silver Engineer Member.........................................$125
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Your name or company listed in Buffalo Tales and in all BCHS programs in the Family History Center!
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Gold Engineer Member..........................................$250
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Your name or company logo listed in Buffalo Tales and all BCHS programs in the Family History Center!
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Want to donate with cash or a check? Fill out the form below by clicking the button "Membership Form" and send your completed form and cash/check to:
Trails & Rails Museum
710 W 11th St, Kearney, NE 68845
PROUD MEMBER OF
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American Association of Museums
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American Association of State and Local History
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Ravenna Chamber of Commerce
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Gibbon Chamber of Commerce
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Kearney Chamber of Commerce
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Kearney Chamber’s Young Professional Network
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Kearney Chamber’s Hospitality Committee