Ep 68: The One About Hidden History at the Saunders County Historical Society

<p>What do Oscar statues, railroad outhouses, World War I propaganda posters, and 150-year-old graduation photos have in common?</p><p>You can find them all at the Saunders County Historical Society.</p><p>In this episode of Chamber Chat, Kate and Kat record from their brand-new &quot;home office&quot; inside the Saunders County Historical Society Museum and sit down with <strong>Erin Hauser, curator of the Saunders County Historical Society</strong>, to talk about preserving local history, uncovering fascinating artifacts, and why this hidden gem deserves a spot on your summer bucket list.</p><p>Whether you&#39;re a lifelong Saunders County resident or new to the area, you&#39;ll walk away with a new appreciation for the stories hiding right in our own backyard.</p><ul><li><p>The history of the Saunders County Historical Society</p></li><li><p>Why the museum has grown to 10 buildings</p></li><li><p>Current exhibits and what’s new this summer</p></li><li><p>How artifacts are donated and cataloged</p></li><li><p>The surprising stories behind everyday objects</p></li><li><p>A look at World War I exhibits and local connections</p></li><li><p>Weston’s 150th Anniversary display</p></li><li><p>The blueprint for a railroad outhouse (yes, really!)</p></li><li><p>Upcoming events including the annual BBQ fundraiser, Lunch &amp; Listen programs, and more</p></li></ul><p>📅 Annual BBQ Fundraiser<br>June 19 | 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM</p><p>📅 Lunch &amp; Listen: World War I in Saunders County<br>Fourth Thursday of June | Noon</p><p>📅 Coming Soon</p><ul><li><p>Movie Night at the Museum (July)</p></li><li><p>Car &amp; Tractor Show (September)</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>The museum is completely FREE to visit.</p></li><li><p>There are 10 buildings to explore.</p></li><li><p>The Chicago Northwestern Railroad depot once stood near where Family Dollar is today.</p></li><li><p>Wahoo didn’t have street addresses until around 1920.</p></li><li><p>Some liquor licenses in the 1800s helped fund local schools.</p></li></ul><p>If you&#39;ve never stopped by the Saunders County Historical Society, this episode will make you want to put it on your summer to-do list.</p><p>In This Episode:Upcoming Events Mentioned:Did You Know?</p>