ORCHARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ORCHARD, NE

Catherine inside Neligh Mill, Neligh, Nebraska
Catherine inside Neligh Mill, Neligh, Nebraska Credit: ali eminov

The Orchard Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Orchard, Nebraska that is dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the town and surrounding area. The society was founded in 1972 by a group of local residents who were passionate about preserving the stories and artifacts that define the town's past.

The society operates a museum that houses a vast collection of historic artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Orchard and the surrounding communities. The museum is open to the public on weekends during the summer months and by appointment throughout the year.

In addition to preserving and sharing the town's history, the Orchard Historical Society also hosts a variety of events and educational programs throughout the year. These events include historical reenactments, guest speakers, and hands-on activities for children and adults.

The society is run entirely by volunteers who are dedicated to preserving the town's history for future generations. Memberships and donations are welcomed and appreciated, as they help to support the society's efforts to continue preserving and sharing Orchard's rich history.

ORCHARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ORCHARD NE. US MID #8403100251

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Catherine inside Neligh Mill, Neligh, Nebraska
Elkhorn River from Neligh Mill bridge
Neligh Mill, Neligh, Nebraska The Neligh Mill is a water-powered flour mill. The mill was built in 1873 by John Neligh, the city's founder, to make use of water power from the Elkhorn River. Neligh Mills was one of the largest flour mills in Nebraska with a peak production of 98,000 pounds of flour per day from 1900 to 1920. The Depression of the 1930s forced many Nebraska mills to close, but Neligh Mills was resilient and survived. Gold Medal flour was produced at the mill until May of 1940 when General Mills paid the mill $5,000 to become the sole owner of the brand name.
The Neligh Mill Bridge & Catherine
Ali, Neligh Mill building in the background, Battle Creek
Nebraska Historical marker: The Neligh Mills
Inside the Neligh Mill, State Historic Site, Neligh
Replica log cabin, Neligh, Nebraska
Creighton, Another view of Main street
Neligh Tourism Center
Nebraska Historical Marker: The Neligh Mill Bridge
State Historic Site, Neligh Mill

Contact ORCHARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY

ORCHARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
225 WINDOM ST BOX 133
ORCHARD
NE
68764

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ORCHARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403100251
Name ORCHARD HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 470729762
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201204
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 42.335792, -98.241039
CODES FIPS State Code: 31
FIPS County Code: 003
US Census Tract: 979600
US Census Block: 3160