Our Mission
History Nebraska collects, preserves, and opens to all, the histories we Nebraskans share.

Origins
History Nebraska was founded in 1878 to "encourage historical research and inquiry, spread historical information . . . and to embrace alike aboriginal and modern history." In 1883 it was designated a state institution and began receiving financial support from the legislature. Legislation in 1994 changed History Nebraska from a state institution to a state agency.