In the early development of Tecumseh and Johnson County seven historic trails criss-crossed the county as commerce and transportation made their way from the east and south to developing areas. Bei...
Historic Seven Trails
The town of Tecumseh, Nebraska was named after the great Shawnee (Shawenese) Indian Chief Tecumseh born in 1768. At the moment of his birth a comet flashed low across the sky. His father, who was a respected Shawnee warrior named Puckesinwa, named his son "Tecumseh" or "
Tecumseh, NE Indian HeritageIn addition to the main Museum, just to the north is the District #73, Hedge Corner Country School. It was originally located about 2 miles west of Tecumseh. In the 1970
Tecumseh, NE Museums
The Tecumseh Opera House is a two-story brick building on the west side of the courthouse square. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the building was built in 1880 by W.R. Spicknell and W.H. Hassett.
Tecumseh, NE National Register
Established in 1857, Johnson County is one of the earliest counties in Nebraska. Tecumseh, which was designated the county seat, was platted in 1856. The present courthouse dates from the 1880s period of
Tecumseh, NE Historic Courthouses
Tecumseh's city hall was erected in 1890, at the cost of just over $4,000, and is another of the fanciful architectural treasures of the historic district listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Tecumseh, NE National RegisterThe DeWitt Four Mills and King Iron Bridge are located the the Big Blue River in Gage County. The mill is a large three-st...
The Gage County Historical Society Museum collections emphasize five major themes and number about 11,000 with over 4,000 ...
A great destination - the premier winery sits on 80 acres with a beautiful view of the vineyard - the perfect setting for wed...
There's more than plenty of room for the whole family on this enormous swing. ...