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What do Oscar statues, railroad outhouses, World War I propaganda posters, and 150-year-old graduation photos have in common?

You can find them all at the Saunders County Historical Society.

In this episode of Chamber Chat, Kate and Kat record from their brand-new "home office" inside the Saunders County Historical Society Museum and sit down with Erin Hauser, curator of the Saunders County Historical Society, to talk about preserving local history, uncovering fascinating artifacts, and why this hidden gem deserves a spot on your summer bucket list.

Whether you're a lifelong Saunders County resident or new to the area, you'll walk away with a new appreciation for the stories hiding right in our own backyard.

• The history of the Saunders County Historical Society

• Why the museum has grown to 10 buildings

• Current exhibits and what’s new this summer

• How artifacts are donated and cataloged

• The surprising stories behind everyday objects

• A look at World War I exhibits and local connections

• Weston’s 150th Anniversary display

• The blueprint for a railroad outhouse (yes, really!)

• Upcoming events including the annual BBQ fundraiser, Lunch & Listen programs, and more

📅 Annual BBQ Fundraiser
June 19 | 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM

📅 Lunch & Listen: World War I in Saunders County
Fourth Thursday of June | Noon

📅 Coming Soon

• Movie Night at the Museum (July)

• Car & Tractor Show (September)

• The museum is completely FREE to visit.

• There are 10 buildings to explore.

• The Chicago Northwestern Railroad depot once stood near where Family Dollar is today.

• Wahoo didn’t have street addresses until around 1920.

• Some liquor licenses in the 1800s helped fund local schools.

If you've never stopped by the Saunders County Historical Society, this episode will make you want to put it on your summer to-do list.

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