CURRENT PROJECTS

Howard County

Pioneer Park Fountain

The fountain at Pioneer Park in Grand Island (the original site of the Hall County Courthouse) is being restored by the society in this multi-year project. 

Newspaper Digitization

In our largest collaborative project we are seeking to digitize the 28 newspapers published in Hall County communities since 1870. 

East Grand Island Cemetery

The Hall and Merrick County Historical Societies have worked together to locate unmarked graves in an abandoned pioneer cemetery located on the east side of the county.
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PAST PROJECTS

Peter Stuhr House

The home of Peter Stuhr (one of the original Hall County settlers) was saved from demolition and moved to the grounds of Stuhr Museum.

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Platt Duetsche Curtain

The 13 x 21 foot stage curtain from the low-German social club located in Grand Island was restored by the society and now graces the wall at Heartland Events Center.  

Hall County Heritage Memorial

A Hall County Heritage Memorial has been erected on the Stolley House campus.  Tiles can be purchased to recognize and remember deserving individuals for their outstanding achievement and their contribution during their lifetime.