Oliver, Nebraska facts for kids

Oliver is a small, unincorporated community located in Kimball County, Nebraska, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's usually managed by the county.

History of Oliver

Oliver began as a station along the famous Union Pacific Railroad. This railroad was a very important part of American history, helping to connect the eastern and western parts of the country. Many small communities like Oliver grew up around these railroad stops.

The community was named after a man named Oliver Ames. He was an important official who worked for the Union Pacific Railroad. Naming places after key figures was a common way to honor them during the time the railroads were being built.