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

Location of Kearney County in Nebraska

Welcome to Kearney County, Nebraska! This article is all about special places in the county that are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Think of this register as a very important list of buildings, sites, and objects that are worth saving. They tell us a lot about the history of the United States.

These places are important because they show us how people lived, worked, and built communities long ago. When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its history, architecture, or what it means to our culture. In Kearney County, there are 8 amazing places that have earned a spot on this special list.

You can even see where these places are on an online map if you look up their coordinates!

What is the National Register of Historic Places?

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the nation's historic places. It is part of a program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America's historic and archaeological resources. When a place is listed, it gets special recognition and can sometimes get help for its preservation.

Historic Places in Kearney County

Let's explore some of the cool historic spots you can find in Kearney County!

	Name on the Register	Image	Date listed	Location	City or town	Description
1	Bethphage Mission		April 24, 2013 (#13000199)	1044 23rd Road 40°29′13″N 99°07′16″W / 40.486829°N 99.121231°W / 40.486829; -99.121231 (Bethphage Mission)	Axtell vicinity	The Bethphage Mission is a historic site near Axtell. It was founded in 1913 by Swedish immigrants. The mission provided care for people with disabilities. It includes several buildings, like the Zion Chapel, which show the mission's long history of helping others.
2	Eddie Eugene and Harriet Cotton Carpenter Farmstead		February 25, 1993 (#93000059)	Approximately 0.5 miles west of Lowell 40°38′54″N 98°51′31″W / 40.648333°N 98.858611°W / 40.648333; -98.858611 (Eddie Eugene and Harriet Cotton Carpenter Farmstead)	Lowell	This farmstead belonged to the Carpenter family. It shows what a typical farm in Nebraska looked like in the late 1800s and early 1900s. It helps us understand the farming history of the area.
3	Dobytown		December 16, 1974 (#74001125)	Southwest of Kearney 40°38′30″N 99°02′51″W / 40.641667°N 99.047500°W / 40.641667; -99.047500 (Dobytown)	Kearney	Dobytown was an important frontier settlement. It was a stopping point for travelers on the Oregon Trail and Mormon Trail. It played a big role in the early development of Nebraska.
4	Fort Kearney		July 2, 1971 (#71000485)	2 miles west of Newark on Nebraska Highway 10 40°38′36″N 99°00′25″W / 40.643333°N 99.006944°W / 40.643333; -99.006944 (Fort Kearney)	Newark	Fort Kearny was a military fort built in 1848. It protected pioneers traveling west on the Oregon Trail. It was a vital outpost for travelers and played a key role in the history of the American West.
5	Kearney County Courthouse		January 10, 1990 (#89002234)	5th St. between Colorado and Minden Aves. 40°29′56″N 98°56′53″W / 40.498889°N 98.948056°W / 40.498889; -98.948056 (Kearney County Courthouse)	Minden	The Kearney County Courthouse is a beautiful building in Minden. It was built in 1909 and is known for its impressive architecture. It has been the center of local government for over a century.
6	Salem Swedish Methodist Episcopal Church		July 29, 1982 (#82003192)	Southwest of Axtell 40°27′11″N 99°10′42″W / 40.453056°N 99.178333°W / 40.453056; -99.178333 (Salem Swedish Methodist Episcopal Church)	Axtell	This church was built by Swedish immigrants. It shows the strong influence of Swedish culture and religion in the area. It is a great example of early church architecture in rural Nebraska.
7	W. T. Thorne Building		September 12, 1985 (#85002139)	5th St. 40°29′59″N 98°56′54″W / 40.499722°N 98.948333°W / 40.499722; -98.948333 (W. T. Thorne Building)	Minden	The W. T. Thorne Building is located on 5th Street in Minden. It is an important historic building that has been part of the town's main street for many years. It reflects the commercial history of Minden.
8	US Post Office-Minden		May 11, 1992 (#92000471)	410 N. Minden St. 40°29′55″N 98°56′50″W / 40.498732°N 98.947358°W / 40.498732; -98.947358 (US Post Office-Minden)	Minden	The Minden Post Office is special because it has a beautiful mural inside. The mural, painted in 1939, is called "1848-Fort Kearney, Protectorate on the Overland Trail-1871." It tells a story about the area's history.