Located on the west shore of Lake Helen, this memorial is a reminder of sacrifices made by veterans and their families of all wars. The names listed commemorate local residents who gave their lives.
... The library was built in 1916 with assistance from a $7,000
Gothenburg, NE Carnegie LibrariesThe award-winning Sod House Museum was established in Gothenburg in 1988
Gothenburg, NE MuseumsIn the years from 1863 to 1868 the railroad had become a certainty. During the five year period, the first operations of mapping, surveying, setting telegraph poles and planning the roadbed had been completed. The railroad through this territory was completed in 1868
Gothenburg, NE Railroad HistoryThe Sun Theatre was built and used as an opera house from 1909-1926. In 1927, the theatre was opened by Glen VanWey. Children were charged 10 cents and adults 20 cents for silent movies accompanied by an orchestra. The 1930
Gothenburg, NE TheatresIn August of 1904, the ground on which the church now stands was purchased for the sum of $450. Ground was broken in August 1905 and the original building was competed in early 1907. At that time, the total cost of the building was $5,650. The beautiful stain glass windows are original.
Gothenburg, NE Historic ChurchesLake Ogallala's modern campground is a pay-for-use area, but has all the conveniences electricity, modern restrooms, hot show...