Nebraska State Historical Society

**Who We Are** **Administration** History Nebraska was founded in 1878 as the Nebraska State Historical Society by citizens who recognized Nebraska was going through great changes and they sought to record the stories of both indigenous and immigrant peoples. It was designated a state institution and began receiving funds from the legislature in 1883. Legislation in 1994 changed History Nebraska from a state institution to a state agency. The organization is headed by Director and CEO Jill Dolberg. **Our Mission** History Nebraska collects, preserves, and opens to all, the histories we share. **Origins** History Nebraska was founded in 1878 to “encourage historical research and inquiry, spread historical information . . . and to embrace alike aboriginal and modern history.” In 1883 it was designated a state institution and began receiving financial support from the legislature. Legislation in 1994 changed History Nebraska from a state institution to a state agency. **Governance** History Nebraska is governed by a fifteen-member board of trustees, twelve elected by History Nebraska members, and three appointed by the governor. **Institutional Values** - **We Do It Better Every Time.** We are always looking to improve. When we fail, we know why and learn from it. - **We Have Each Other’s Back.** We work in groups. We candidly support one another for the betterment of the organization. - **We Own It.** If we say we are going to do something, we do our best to get it done. - **We Are Curious.** We never stop learning, and we encourage curiosity in others. - **We Are Inclusive.** We seek multiple perspectives and value the uniqueness of each individual.