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About Hastings Museum

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Who We Are

Hastings Museum connects Nebraska to the world while collecting and
preserving the natural and cultural history of Hastings, Adams County and Nebraska.
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History of the Museum

The Hastings Museum began with one man’s dream to share his collection of artifacts and specimens.

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Team Hastings Museum

Learn about the staff members charged with bringing “Life Up Close” to all our visitors, near and far.
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Annual Report

The Annual Report covers the period from October 1 of each year through September 30 of the following year, coinciding with the Museum’s fiscal year.
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View The Hastings Museum’s policies on collections management, image use, as well as privacy policy and terms and conditions.
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