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Nebraska Museums Association

4 hours ago

Nebraska Museums Association
Kathy Aultz to retire from Douglas County Historical Society after 12 years of service!When Kathy Aultz stepped in to lead the Douglas County Historical Society, there were no social media accounts, e-mail blasts or electronic banking. Everything was sent by fax and department transactions all went through a paper checkbook. No, the year wasn’t 1990. It was 2010, and the new executive director had a lot to do to move the historical society into modern times! After more than 12 years at the helm of the organization, Aultz plans to retire. Her legacy includes a vast variety of programming, exhibitions spotlighting community history, popular fundraisers, resources for organizations and community members researching the past, a renovated museum, library and gardens and of course, new computers, and updated website and upgraded technology! When Aultz started, the organization faced closure within a year if she didn’t find a way to bring in revenue. Events that have blossomed under her leadership include the Second Sunday Talks, Women Defining History Fashion Show and Luncheon, Annual Garage Sale, Dickens at Christmas, and GEM donor program. Aultz believes the future of the organization is bright and hopes to see even more growth and more resources available for the Society’s mission of preserving history. “The past really belongs to everyone,” she explains. “I think it’s important to help shape the future by knowing local history. Preserving the materials so future generations know the stories of the past is important. Good programming makes history relevant to today.” “Kathy’s dedication over these 12 years has been exemplary,” says DCHS Board Member Kathy Gross, “Under her leadership, the DCHS has been taken to a new level. Her fundraising has added much to the financial stability of the Society. Her enthusiasm for bringing Douglas County history to the citizens of Omaha through the Second Sunday series has educated all of us. The DCHS archival collection continues to be updated and restored. Kathy truly leaves behind a legacy that we as the Board of Directors are very proud and thankful for.” ... See MoreSee Less

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Nebraska Museums Association

1 day ago

Nebraska Museums Association
Black History Month: Distance Learning OpportunitiesEvery February, during Black History Month and throughout the year, the National Park Service shares stories, rich culture, and an invitation for all Americans to reflect on Black History in parks and communities across the nation. More than 400 years of Black history and heritage—including achievements, contributions, and historical journeys are remembered and commemorated.We invite you to join Homestead National Historical Park, through two distance learning programs:Black Homesteaders in Nebraska: Audacious Dreams (upper elementary and middle school)Black Homesteaders on the Great Plains: Life Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness (high school students and up)To sign up for these free opportunities please visit: www.nps.gov/home/learn/education/learning/distance-learning-with-homestead.htm#HomesteadNHP #BlackHistoryMonth #FindYourPark #EncuentraTuParque ... See MoreSee Less

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Nebraska Museums Association

3 days ago

Nebraska Museums Association
Timeline photosHumanities educators may now apply for an Educator Grant from Humanities Nebraska Application deadline is March 15, 2023. Click the link below for eligibility requirements and to apply online.humanitiesnebraska.org/edugrant/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Nebraska Museums Association

3 days ago

Nebraska Museums Association
If you are a student looking for an on-campus job, we are hiring! Archives & Special Collections is hiring an OLLAS Assistant with work study for $15/hour. Scan the code, or visit the link to learn more and apply: hubs.ly/Q01zDkHd0 ... See MoreSee Less

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Nebraska Museums Association

2 months ago

Nebraska Museums Association
Just in time for holiday family get-togethers and story-sharing! Nebraska author Karen Gettert Shoemaker will be at the Neihardt Center this Sunday, December 11, 2 p.m., for her presentation "Family Stories Into Literature - The Role of Gossip and Research in Fiction."This presentation focuses on the ways writers can use family stories and history to write literature. Sometimes the voices in our heads are enough. Sometimes we need to look beyond the boundaries of self to find the best that is within us. This presentation discusses the ways to excavate history, both our own and the world’s, as a way to finding the true stories only we can write. Shoemaker is the author of the novel "The Meaning of Names" (Red Hen Press, 2014), which was selected for One Book, One Nebraska and Omaha Reads.This event is free and open to the public. A light reception will follow. The author will have books for sale. ... See MoreSee Less

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