York, Nebraska has been the county seat of York County since its organization in 1870. The first session of the Board of County Commissioners was held in the old pre-emption house. Soon, however, the County had offices situated in the public square, on the site occupied by the present building. Plans for the new structure began in July 1885. After some delays construction began and the new courthouse opened in 1888. - Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Bradshaw Town Hall, a two-story brick municipal building constructed in 1902-3, is a good example of the town hall, a building type that became
York, NE National RegisterConstructed in 1901-02 in York, the library is a fine example of educational architecture. Designed by Marrison H. Vail, the building incorporates elements
York, NE National Register"Everybody played marbles when I was going to school,including the girls. Sometimes they were better shots than the boys. It was one of the most popular games. There wasn't TV then, none of that. So you got out and played marbles. Back then the marbles cost a little bit of nothing. You could get 50
York, NE MuseumsYork, Nebraska has been the county seat of York County since its organization in 1870. The first session of the Board of County Commissioners was held in the old pre-emption
York, NE Historic CourthousesPart of the Rainwater Basin, this wetland serves as the home to the annual duck and geese migration. Nature enthusiasts and b...