HASTINGS MUSEUM CONTINUES WORK WITH TRIBAL NATIONS THROUGH NAGPRA CONSULTATION AND REPATRIATION The Hastings Museum is continuing its work with Tribal Nations and lineal descendants to review Native American ancestors and cultural items in the Museum’s collections through the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA). NAGPRA establishes a process for museums and [...]
Kool-Aid Days will take place Friday, August 14th-Sunday, August 16th this year! The theme this year is "Rockin' Black Cherry!" This is a vibrant celebration that pays homage to the enduring legacy of the beloved sweet drink. Held every August in Hastings, this festival unites locals and visitors in commemorating the town's pivotal role [...]
History on Foot Eastside Germans From Russia Below are images that accompany the Museum's walking tour. The first image of the NAD bus route that was modified to add more stops in the Germans from Russia West settlement area. The second image is of [...]
Help Shape Future Naval Ammunition Depot Exhibit The Hastings Museum is calling on community members to help shape an upcoming exhibit exploring the history and legacy of the Naval Ammunition Depot (NAD). As part of its early planning process, the Museum will host a public discussion event titled Community Conversation: NAD Exhibit Planning on [...]
Meteorite Exhibit Additions When a meteorite hits Earth, it leaves more than a crater behind. The new artifacts in our meteorite exhibit are evidence that a meteorite impacted our planet. Only an impact event could create the intense pressure on the Earth’s surface needed to form these objects. New Additions Include Shatter Cones Indochinites [...]
Summer Fun Classes Are Live! Summer is right around the corner, and we’re thrilled to share that our Summer Fun schedule is officially live! This year’s lineup is bigger and better, with brand-new classes designed for kids ages 4 through 8th grade. Whether your child loves to create, explore, move, or discover something new, there’s [...]
Visit Today! Through Museums for All, people receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can pay reduced admission to more than 1,200 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID. Hastings Museum is now a proud participant in this program! So, if your family receives SNAP benefits, [...]
HASTINGS, Neb. - Hastings Museum local tour dates announced. If you are interested in local history, look no further for history and fun. See the variety of tours we have below. History on Foot-Downtown Adams County Cruise History on Foot-CCC Campus Pedal Trolley Tours WWII Bus Tours [...]
Our Outdoor Classroom is designed to entice the young to explore the world around them through music, art, play, and movement. It features special stations for art, building, and learning about the weather; there are walls dedicated to music making and magnetic tubing, as well as a discovery table to really examine a variety [...]
How do we make it all happen? Volunteers! They mean so much to us. Last year they donated 1,332 hours of service to the Museum! They help us run art stations for scouting events. They clean up our classrooms, guide small group activities, and help maintain our exhibits. Every summer they pour lots and [...]
