Welcome to the online home of the Thayer County Historical Society and Museum.  We plan to bring you a great cross section of what the Museum has to offer, as well as details of all upcoming events.

If you’re interested in Thayer County and its history – this will be the place to be.

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On May 28, 2011, the Union Pacific Steam Engine #844 made a 15 minute whistle stop in Belvidere.  A great crowd was on hand to witness the event and although the train ran a couple of hours late, most of the crowd waited  to view the great engine.

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There will be a   BRIDAL GOWN DISPLAY AT THE T.C. MUSEUM

July 6 – August 3

1 p.m.  – 4:00 p.m.  Wednesdays and Sundays

Open by appointment for groups.  Call:  Carol 402-768-6563  or Annette  402-768-2327

Refreshments will be available.

$1.00 donation requested

Title: Train Spotting
Location: Belvidere, NE
Description: There will be a whistle stop ( 15 minutes ) in belvidere, NE. May 28th .
Approximate time of arrival 1:50 p.m.
The union pacific…Old steam locomotive #844 the yellow heritage..
We are going to make this a gala event… Hope to see you there.
The Thayer County Historical Society museum complex will also be available for viewing on that date.

View and download the flyer here. (PDF)

What a Great Day!

We saw a nice big crowd today to see the trains come through, and although the #844 was late, most of the crowd stayed for a great of socializing and sun.  When the #844 finally arrived, the crowd quickly gathered around it for inspection and photos.

We’ll get a gallery of images up soon, and if you you like to submit yours- email the webmaster.

Click here for more information about the engine.

File Drawer 15: Wi-Zu

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Wiemers          Wight              Wilcox                         Wilhelms                     Wilken

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Williams          Williams, Frank and Birdie                 Williamson                  Willmore

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File Drawer 14: U-Wh

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File Drawer 13: Sp-Ty

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File Drawer 12: Sa-So

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Scarber

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Here are a few photographs showing different aspects of the Museum.  Stop by and visit the museum and see what we have in our collection!

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