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Welcome to NJHS

The Mission of the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society is to preserve the histories of the Jewish families who settled in Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa.

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The public is welcome to visit our facility during open JCC hours listed here

The NJHS is open to the public, please call (402) 334-6442 to schedule an appointment. We are open during normal business hours, Monday through Friday.

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Our Collections

Our Collections

Our archives include paper and oral evidence as well as photographic, historical records and artifacts that re-create the history of our Jewish community in an effort to offer a lasting heritage for our children and grandchildren. Learn More

Cemetery and Burial Directory

Cemetery and Burial Directory

Burial registry and cemetery information can be obtained by searching by name only. Burial Registry

Museum & Special Exhibits

Museum & Special Exhibits

Through objects big and small, the Milton Mendel and Marsha Kleinberg Jewish Omaha Heritage Center offers a snapshot into the lives of members of Omaha’s Jewish community dating back to the 1850s. View Exhibits

News & Events

News & Events

Stay up to date on the latest news and events from the Nebraska Jewish Historical society. View

Visitor Info

Visitor Info

Synagogues and points of interest in Nebraska & Western Iowa Learn More

Become a Friend

Become a Friend

Contributions to the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society ensures the continuation of our mission to protect and preserve the history of the Jewish families who settled in Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa. Support

Additional Resources

Oral Histories

Dr. Ben Nachman Oral History Program

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