Preserving, presenting, and promoting the rich history of Washington County, Nebraska

– past, present, and still unfolding!

From the county’s earliest foundations to the industries, agriculture, cultures, and communities that shaped everyday life, our museum tells the story of the people who built this place. Today, we continue that story by exploring the more recent past and showcasing what is happening in Washington County now through rotating and traveling exhibits.

This is a museum rooted in history—but always looking forward.


Preserve the past - enhance the present - connect with the future


Travel the Heritage Trail

Learn more about the people and events that shaped Washington County through interpretive signs located at historic locations along The Washington County Heritage Trail self-guided tour.

Our Latest News & Events

To see more of our Latest News and Events, click below.

Behind the Scenes: Members-Only Tour

As a thank-you for your continued support, Museum members are invited to a special behind-the-scenes tour of the Washington County Museum. This exclusive experience offers a rare look into our collections spaces and artifacts not normally on view. 📅 Date: Saturday, February 28th, 2026⏰ Time: 2:00 pm🎟️ Limited to 10 members! Advance registration required! Call

Holiday Hours!

The Washington County Museum will be CLOSED on: • December 24 & 25 • December 31 & January 1 We will reopen with regular hours on December 26 and January 2. Regular Hours: Tuesday–Friday: 9am–5pm Saturday: 9am–1pm Closed Sundays & Mondays We wish everyone a happy and safe holiday season!

Public Notice: Special Board Meeting – Thursday, November 20, 2025

The Washington County Museum will host a Special Board Meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the museum. The public is welcome to attend. During this meeting, the Maintenance and Construction Committee will be discussing matters related to the Frahm House, a property of the Washington County

Pottery Tour Coming to Washington County Museum!

Pottery Tour at the Historic Long Creek Schoolhouse Join us at the Washington County Museum’s Long Creek Schoolhouse as part of the Omaha North Hills Pottery Tour! Dates & Times Saturday, October 4, 2025| 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday, October 5, 2025| 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Location Long Creek Schoolhouse – Washington County

Public Notice of Special Meeting

  The Washington County Historical Association Board of Directors will hold a Special Meeting on: Date: Thursday, August 28, 2025Time: 5:00 PMLocation: Washington County Historical MuseumHighway 75 at 14th & MonroeFort Calhoun, Nebraska This meeting has been called in accordance with Article I, Section 3 of the Association’s By-Laws at the request of five Board

2025 Annual Meeting

The annual meeting of the Museum Board of Directors is scheduled for Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 5 pm. Election of new board members and recognition of outgoing board members. Review of proposed budget. Meeting agenda HERE.

Contact us

Washington County Museum
102 N. 14th Street
P.O. Box 25
Fort Calhoun, NE 68023


Pam Eby, Exe. Director
director@wcnemuseum.org

Museum Hours

Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday thru- Friday: 9 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 12 pm to 5 pm

Long View Schoolhouse: During Museum Hours
Frahm House: By Appointment