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Glass Pieces from Fort Kearny
Several pieces of glass. Probably from a bottle judging by the shape. Found by Merwyn Henderson at/near Fort Kearny in Nebraska
German-Language Confirmation Certificate
An original, paper Confirmation certificate in German dated 1900. First name is illegible, last name is Busch. Date is March 20, 1900. Artifact has colored ink artwork around writing, and was issued in Riverdale, Nebraska. This item is important…
German-Language Baptism Certificate
An original, paper Baptism Certificate in German. Certificate has two dates: March 31, 1900 and possibly June (?) 4, 1900. Some of the information is handwritten in German, and indicates that the Baptism either took place or was recognized in…
Ft. Kearney Hotel Postcard
Postcard depicting the view of Kearney from Ft. Kearney Hotel.
Four Daguerreotypes
Four black and white photographs (daguerreotypes) in their original boxes. Each box has red fabric (possibly velvet or velveteen), a gold-colored frame (possibly real gold or gold gilt), with decoration on the outside of the box, and each has a small…
Fort Niobrara Cavalry Button
Original cavalry button from Fort Niobrara found by Merwyn Henderson.
Fort Kearny Ox-shoes and Horseshoe Collection
19th Century ox-shoes and single horseshoe from historic Fort Kearny, Nebraska.
Fort Kearny Nail and Spike Collection
Various Nails and Spikes from Fort Kearney, Nebraska historic site
Fort Kearny Miscellaneous Objects
Miscellaneous objects from Fort Kearny, Nebraska historic site. Collection features handles, buttons, and various metal objects collected by Merwyn Henderson in 1989 as part of his home museum collection.
Fort Kearny Key Collection
Large metal keys from Fort Kearny, Nebraska historical site.