Washington Co. Hist. Assoc.
Located in Fort Calhoun, we have exhibits from archeology to modern day. We also have a Victorian house listed on the national registry. Join us in the journey through time and history.
Tea with Sade
Sade Frahm used to enjoy entertaining at her home. Now we own the home and she has returned to entertain and inform you on proper etiquette of 100 years ago.
Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults (Great Mother-Daughter Activity)
When: By appointment only.
Cost: Speaker only: $5 per person you provide the refreshments. Limit 24. Tea and biscuits with Sade: $8 per person. Limit 24. High Tea with Sade: served after 5:00 p.m. only $10 per person. Limit 12.
Listening to the Past, My Heritage, Museum Discovery,
and Heritage Hunt
Presentations on the buildings of Washington County can be given by the museum staff. We also can present a workshop on the Games of the Past; help develop exhibits, genealogy research, and other history related projects. Check out our website for information on the cemeteries of the county.
Who: Daisies, Brownies, Juniors, Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, Adults
When: By appointment for a museum presentation.
Cost: $1 per scout, $2 per adult, per visit.
Capacity: Would like to keep group size under 20 unless a series of activities are scheduled.
Recognitions: Depending upon the program attended girls may be working towards Brownie Try-It-Listening to the Past, Junior Badge-My Heritage or Cadette, Senior and Ambassador Interest Projects Heritage Hunt and Museum Discovery.
Information for All Programs
Where: 102 N. 14 St., Fort Calhoun. Fort Calhoun is nine miles north of Omaha on Highway 75.
Registration: Contact us at 402.468.5740 or info@newashcohist.org
Chaperones: Follow Safety-Wise guidelines.
Refunds: For teas, must cancel one week in advance unless weather issues. For all other activities pay when service rendered.