National Register of Historic Places listings in Dodge County, Nebraska facts for kids

Location of Dodge County in Nebraska

This page is about special places in Dodge County, Nebraska that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a national list of important buildings, areas, or sites that tell a story about the past. These places are protected because they are part of America's history.

There are 22 different places in Dodge County that have made it onto this important list!

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places (often called the NRHP) is the official list of places in the United States that are worth saving. These can be buildings, structures, objects, sites, or even entire neighborhoods. They are chosen because they have special historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural importance. When a place is added to the NRHP, it means it's recognized as a valuable part of our country's heritage. It also helps protect these places from being changed or torn down.

Historic Places in Dodge County

Dodge County, Nebraska, is home to many interesting places that have been added to the National Register. These sites help us understand what life was like in the past and how communities grew. Let's explore some of them!

Famous Homes and Buildings

Many homes and public buildings in Dodge County are on the list because of their unique design or the important people who lived or worked there.

• The Samuel Bullock House in Fremont is a beautiful old home. It was built a long time ago and shows us the style of houses from that period.
• Another interesting home is the Charles T. Durkee House, also in Fremont. It's recognized for its special architecture.
• The Love-Larson Opera House in Fremont was once a place where people gathered to watch plays and performances. Imagine the shows that took place there!
• The J.D. McDonald House is another historic home in Fremont, showing us how people lived in the past.
• The Nye House, also in Fremont, is now part of the May Historical Museum. It helps us learn about the history of the area.
• In Snyder, you can find Schneider's Opera House. Like the one in Fremont, it was a center for entertainment and community events.
• The R.B. Schneider House in Fremont is another example of a well-preserved historic home.
• The George and Nancy Turner House in Fremont is also on the list, representing the history of family life in the county.

Important Public Buildings

Public buildings are often important because they served the community in many ways.

• The Dodge County Courthouse in Fremont is where important decisions for the county have been made for many years. Courthouses often have grand designs to show their importance.
• The Fremont Municipal Auditorium was a place for large gatherings, concerts, and events for the city of Fremont.
• The Fremont Municipal Power Plant and Pumping Station is a historic site because it was important for providing electricity and water to the city. It shows how cities developed their essential services.
• The Old Fremont Post Office handled mail for the community for many years. Post offices were vital for communication.
• In North Bend, the North Bend Carnegie Library is a historic building. Carnegie libraries were built all over the country with money from Andrew Carnegie, helping communities get access to books and learning.
• The Scribner Town Hall in Scribner is another important public building where local government and community activities took place.

Historic Districts and Areas

Sometimes, it's not just one building that's important, but a whole group of buildings or an entire neighborhood. These are called historic districts.

• The Barnard Park Historic District in Fremont includes a group of buildings that together tell a story about the area's development.
• The Fremont Historic Commercial District covers an area where many businesses operated. It shows what the main shopping and business areas looked like long ago.
• The Hooper Historic District in Hooper is another example of a historic area with many buildings that have special meaning.
• The North Broad Street Residential Historic District in Fremont is a neighborhood known for its historic homes and the way it developed over time.

Unique Structures

Some places are listed because they are unusual or represent a specific type of construction.

• The Christopher Knoell Farmstead northwest of Fremont includes a historic farm and its buildings. It shows us what farming life was like in the past.
• The Frank Uehling Barn near Uehling is a special kind of barn, possibly a round barn, which is quite rare and interesting to see.

Images for kids

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  Barnard Park Historic District

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  Samuel Bullock House

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  Dodge County Courthouse

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  Charles T. Durkee House

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  Fremont Historic Commercial District

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  Fremont Municipal Auditorium

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  Fremont Municipal Power Plant and Pumping Station

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  Harder Hotel

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  Hooper Historic District

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  Christopher Knoell Farmstead

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  Love-Larson Opera House

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  J.D. McDonald House

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  North Bend Carnegie Library

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  North Broad Street Residential Historic District

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  Nye House

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  Old Fremont Post Office

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  Osterman and Tremaine Building

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  Schneider's Opera House

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  R.B. Schneider House

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  Scribner Town Hall

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  George and Nancy Turner House

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  Frank Uehling Barn